The On Cloudsoma and Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX are both neutral trail running shoes with moderate cushioning. The Peregrine 16 GTX has a lower heel-to-toe drop (4 mm vs 6 mm).
Bottom line: Pick the Cloudsoma if you land on your heel and like a higher drop; pick the Peregrine 16 GTX if you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Cloudsoma | Peregrine 16 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $180 | $180 |
| Rating | — | 4.3 / 5 (86 reviews) |
| Weight | 7.9 oz | — |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | — | 32 mm |
| Cushioning | Moderate | Moderate |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from On and Saucony, checked 2026-11-02. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Cloudsoma if…
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
Get the Peregrine 16 GTX if…
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
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