On Cloudmonster 3 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
Sqwod verdict
Our pick: Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 takes it — 81 vs 77.
Both are strong — the call comes down to what you prioritise:
- 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.
- Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 — You coach runners who want one shoe for daily miles, workouts and races, without the stiffness of a carbon plate.
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.
Our pick 
Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
81Score · Medium
from €160
Still one of the most versatile plated trainers you can buy, now softer, bouncier and roomier. It costs more than the discounted Speed 4, and durability has slipped.
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