The Altra Vanish Carbon 3 and On Cloudboom Volt are both neutral road running shoes with maximum cushioning. The Cloudboom Volt costs about $40 less (from $200).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Vanish Carbon 3 | Cloudboom Volt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $240 | $200 |
| Rating | 3.6 / 5 (16 reviews) | — |
| Weight | 7.7 oz | 7.4 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 4 mm | 5 mm |
| Heel stack height | 40 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Max | Max |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Plate | Carbon | None |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Altra and On, checked 2026-10-12. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Vanish Carbon 3 if…
- it fits you better or you like its colors
Get the Cloudboom Volt if…
- you want to spend less