On Cloudsurfer 2 vs Cloudsurfer Next

Cloudsurfer 2 or Cloudsurfer Next? Here’s how they compare on feel, fit, brand specs and price, from the fitting team at The Run House.

The short answer

Want a light, comfortable On for daily runs and daily wear? Get the Cloudsurfer 2.

Want a firm, stable and light On at a lower price? Get the Cloudsurfer Next.

Get the Cloudsurfer 2 if

• Long runs are your thing
• You like a flexible, natural-feeling forefoot
• You like a higher heel-to-toe drop (9mm vs 6mm)

Get the Cloudsurfer Next if

• You want more foam underfoot (5mm more at the heel)
• You’ll use it for tempo runs and workouts
• You like a stiffer, rocker-style forefoot that rolls you forward
• You prefer a lower drop (6mm vs 9mm)

On the run

Cloudsurfer 2: Light, durable On comfort. Light and comfortable with a rockered shape that’s better on long runs than before. The foam is firm and not very responsive, so it isn’t built for faster paces.

Cloudsurfer Next: The firm, stable, lighter-priced On. Firm and stable with a low drop and a narrow build that feels agile, especially for midfoot and forefoot strikers. Likely too firm for most runners on long runs.

Specs side by side

Stack, drop and weight come from each brand’s own website. Numbers marked * aren’t published by the brand and come from other published specs. Weights are for the size each brand quotes. Expected life is our estimate.

Fit

Cloudsurfer 2. Runs slightly short, so consider a half size up. Premium materials. Wide available.

Cloudsurfer Next. True to size with reliable lockdown. Wide available.

Try them on

Come try on both at The Run House in Walpole, Needham or Falmouth. Gait analysis is always free.

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