On's CloudTec soles are divisive for one specific reason: the hollow pods collect stones and, on some models, wear unevenly. The Cloudmonster is the version most reviewers actually like running in.
This entry is written from the 4 sources listed at the bottom of the page. The numbers are our editorial estimates drawn from that material, not measurements, and no statistical sample sits behind them.
It depends on how you will use it. 70% would buy it again, which means roughly 30% would not. Grit in the pods is a permanent nuisance on mixed surfaces.
The ride is still fun. You have also picked stones out of the sole more times than you expected to.
Grit in the pods is a permanent nuisance on mixed surfaces. Exposed foam scuffs and tears at the edges. Foam compression shows up as a flatter ride within a season.
Worth it for: Easy road running with a soft ride; People who want a trainer that looks good off-road; Runners who like a bouncy feel. Think twice if: Gravel, trail or mixed surfaces; You want maximum mileage per dollar; You need a firm, stable trainer.
Our reading of how sentiment moves across an ownership period, drawn from the sources below. It is an editorial estimate, not tracked longitudinal data.
| At purchase | 8.4 / 10 |
|---|---|
| First week | 8.6 / 10 |
| One month | 7.8 / 10 |
| Six months | 7.5 / 10 |
| One year | 7.3 / 10 |
| Two years or more | 7.3 / 10 |
Owner reviews move this score. The researched figure stays visible next to it, so you can always see what the sources said before anyone voted.
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Destructive testing of midsole and outsole construction.
Running-specialist review of ride and durability.
Independent wear-test review.
Comparison covering CloudTec durability and grit issues.