New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 vs On Cloudmonster 3
Sqwod verdict
Our pick: New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 takes it — 80 vs 77.
Both are strong — the call comes down to what you prioritise:
- New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 — Buy if you want a max-cushion, comfort-first daily trainer for easy runs, recovery days and long slow miles.
- On Cloudmonster 3 — You coach neutral runners who like a firm, rockered max-stack trainer and want On's build quality for easy and long miles.
Our pick 
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
80Score · High
from €136.90
A plush, dependable premium daily trainer that shines on easy and recovery runs — comfort-first, not speed-first.
On Cloudmonster 3
77Score · Medium
from €140
A refined Cloudmonster with a better upper and a smoother roll, but the same heavy, firm Helion ride. Buy it for On's rocker and build quality, not for bounce.
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