The Adidas Zenboost is a road running shoe and the On Cloudboom Strike is a neutral road running shoe. The Zenboost costs about $170 less (from $50). The Cloudboom Strike has a lower heel-to-toe drop (4 mm vs 6 mm).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Zenboost | Cloudboom Strike |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $50–$55 | $220 |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 (247 reviews) | — |
| Weight | 7.4 oz | 7.4 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | 31 mm | — |
| Cushioning | — | Max |
| Support | — | Neutral |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Adidas and On, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Zenboost if…
- you want to spend less
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
Get the Cloudboom Strike if…
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
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