The New Balance Tektrel is a neutral trail running shoe and the On Cloudvista 2 is a trail running shoe with balanced cushioning. The Tektrel costs about $30 less (from $94.99) and is rated higher by buyers (4.1 vs 3.7 out of 5). The Cloudvista 2 is 0.5 oz lighter (10.8 oz vs 11.3 oz).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Tektrel | Cloudvista 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $94.99 | $125 |
| Rating | 4.1 / 5 (126 reviews) | 3.7 / 5 (49 reviews) |
| Weight | 11.3 oz | 10.8 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6–8 mm | 6 mm |
| Cushioning | Balanced | Balanced |
| Support | Neutral | — |
| Surface | Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from New Balance and On, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Tektrel if…
- you want to spend less
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
Get the Cloudvista 2 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
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