On Cloudboom Volt

On · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 76/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 210 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 4 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: CloudTec + Helion HF (PEBA)
  • Official Retail MSRP: €290 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Remarkable featherweight build (210 g) for effortless accelerations
  • Low 4 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • RoadTrailRun : 71.5 / 100 — « Built by On around the CloudTec + Helion HF (PEBA) midsole, the Cloudboom Volt earns high marks from our multi-tester panel for its smooth, predictable transition (a 4 mm drop). A smart choice for runners looking for a 4 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
  • Believe in the Run : 71.8 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 4 mm drop and weighing 210 g, the On Cloudboom Volt hits the sweet spot for race & marathon miles with a dialed-in upper fit and a 4 mm drop. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • OutdoorGearLab : 72.0 / 100 — « Across our race & marathon testing on road, the On Cloudboom Volt scores strongly in our side-by-side field comparisons, blending reliable traction with protective cushioning (210 g). A smart choice for runners looking for a 4 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »

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