Best On running shoes 2026

On's shoes use its distinctive CloudTec pods and Helion and newer Surreal foams. The range covers the Cloudsurfer and Cloudmonster for daily miles, the Cloudboom racers and the Cloudultra and Cloudsurfer Trail off-road.

15 current models, ranked by their average score from published reviews (how we rank). Updated October 2026. Want a personal pick? Try the shoe finder.

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    Cloudmonster 3 Hyper

    93/100 · 1 review

    A dual-layer Cloudmonster with a Helion HF top layer over a firmer carrier, giving huge, protective cushioning with a bouncy forefoot. Stable for its height, it suits long runs and easy mileage more than racing.

    264 g6 mm dropbouncypropulsive£200 RRP
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    Cloudultra Pro

    91/100 · 2 reviews

    On's plated ultra shoe: a tall, smooth HelionHF ride with a speedboard for long days on dry, runnable trails.

    266 g6 mm dropPlate / rodssmoothcushioned£250 RRP
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    Cloudboom Max

    89/100 · 2 reviews

    A high-stack, glass-fibre-plated shoe aimed at marathoners finishing in four hours or more. It is stable and comfortable but heavy and blocky, closer to a plated max trainer than a racer.

    286 g8 mm dropPlate / rodsstablefirm£220 RRP
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    Cloudboom Volt

    88/100 · 1 review

    A cheaper carbon-plated On with Helion HF foam on both sides of the Speedboard. It is comfortable and protective for training and steady racing, but lacks the pop of top super shoes.

    210 g5 mm dropCarbon platestableresponsive£190 RRP
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    Cloudboom Strike 2

    86/100 · 1 review

    On's marathon super shoe pairs a lighter Helion HF midsole with a curved carbon Speedboard and a notably wide, stable platform. It is more controlled than wild, suiting half and full marathon pace better than short, fast racing.

    200 g5 mm dropCarbon platepropulsivebouncy£230 RRP
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    Cloudmonster 3

    85/100 · 1 review

    On's first three-layer CloudTec midsole: a big, rolling, energetic trainer with a distinctive ride.

    301 g6 mm dropbouncyrocker£160 RRP
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    Cloudsoma

    84/100 · 1 review

    A light, nimble all-terrain shoe with Helion HF foam, a mild rocker and a sock-like upper. It shines on roads, dirt and smooth trails but lacks the protection and grip for rocky or muddy ground.

    225 g6 mm dropbalancedgrippy£170 RRP
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    Cloudultra 3

    84/100 · 2 reviews

    A rebuilt long-distance trail shoe with Helion HF foam, a forked Speedboard rock plate and new Missiongrip rubber. It is stable, protective and durable, but the ride is firm rather than cushy.

    278 g6 mm dropPlate / rodsfirmstable£180 RRP
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    Cloudsurfer Trail 2

    82/100 · 2 reviews

    A cushioned road-to-trail shoe that is comfortable and durable on pavement, gravel and easy trails. The ride is firm and fairly muted, and it is not built for technical terrain.

    287 g8 mm dropsoftsmooth£150 RRP
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    Cloudrunner 3

    79/100 · 1 review

    On's mild-stability daily trainer uses a heel clip, raised sidewalls and a rockered Helion midsole for a secure, predictable ride. It is comfortable and smooth but firm and heavy, best for easy miles and all-day wear.

    298 g8 mm dropstablebalanced£140 RRP
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    Cloudsurfer Max

    80/100 · 2 reviews

    A rockered, high-cushion Cloudsurfer with a firm, stable Helion ride and a comfortable, breathable upper. Better for easy miles, walking and long days on your feet than for pushing the pace.

    292 g6 mm dropplushsmooth£170 RRP
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    Cloudflow 5

    77/100 · 2 reviews

    On's light, snappy trainer now sits on a taller stack of Helion HF foam over a nylon-blend Speedboard. It comes alive at faster paces but feels firm and a little clumsy when jogging slowly.

    271 g6 mm dropNylon plateresponsivefirm£170 RRP
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    Cloudsurfer 3

    The Cloudsurfer moves to On's new supercritical Surreal foam, giving a much more cushioned and livelier ride than before. It is now a heavier, high-stack cruiser for easy and steady miles rather than a nimble all-rounder.

    301 g8 mm dropplushsoft£150 RRP
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    Cloudrunner 3 Max

    A higher-stack version of the Cloudrunner 3 with a broad base, raised sidewalls and a heel clip for strong support. It is very steady but heavy, firm and short on energy return.

    344 g8 mm dropstablefirm£170 RRP
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    Cloudvista 3

    The third Cloudvista is On's lower-stack, road-to-trail option with a rock plate and Missiongrip outsole. Independent reviews are not yet out.

    298 g5 mm dropPlate / rodsfirmgrippy£150 RRP

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