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  1. Shoes
  2. Kiprun Kipsummit vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Kiprun Kipsummit vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Kiprun Kipsummit

Kiprun Kipsummit

£89.99
Nike Juniper Trail 3

Nike Juniper Trail 3

$90

Quick verdict

Kiprun Kipsummit

£89.99

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (84 vs 54)
  • A lighter option (28 g less)
  • More cushioning (39 vs 32 mm heel stack)
  • A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.6 mm)

Nike Juniper Trail 3

$90

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

SpecsReview9Alternatives5

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Kiprun Kipsummit· leads in 3

CushioningLightnessGrip

Nike Juniper Trail 3· leads in none

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 13%
    32 mm
  • Lightness

    295 g
    323 g
  • Grip

    4 mmTop 50%
    2.6 mm
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    6 mm
    10 mm
  • Affordability

    $90Top 7%
    $90Top 8%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kiprun Kipsummit vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Kiprun Kipsummit£89.99Nike Juniper Trail 3$90

Essentials

£89.99
$90
2026
2024
295 g
323 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
forest tracks, smooth paths and mixed road-to-trail
Less technical trails and mixed terrain
Everyday trail runs from 5 to 42 km
Trail running, hiking, light trail routes

Cushioning

6 mm
10 mm
39 mm
32 mm
33 mm
22 mm
SOFTECH™ cushioning foam
ComfiRide foam midsole for responsive, cushioned ride
Soft, high-stack cushioning
Flexible midfoot and soft collar foam minimize distractions

Grip & protection

Rubber outsole with 4 mm lugs
Nike Trail All-Terrain Compound (ATC) rubber for improved grip
Forefoot stone guard
Reinforced forefoot and rubber lugs for trail traction
4 mm lugs for mixed trails
All-Terrain Compound (ATC) rubber provides confident grip on varied surfaces

Upper & fit

Engineered mesh upper
Durable woven mesh and mixed materials for comfort and support
Removable sockliner
Cushioned removable insole
Traditional lacing with lace keeper band
Lace-up closure with secure midfoot band
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On the terrain

How Kiprun Kipsummit vs Nike Juniper Trail 3 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a groundAverage
Kiprun Kipsummit53
Nike Juniper Trail 336

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Kiprun Kipsummit78
  • Cushioning38/40
  • Lightness15/35
  • Smooth roll25/25
Nike Juniper Trail 357
  • Cushioning25/40
  • Lightness7/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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Video Reviews

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Kiprun Kipsummit vs Nike Juniper Trail 3?

For value comparison: The Kiprun Kipsummit ($89.99) offers better affordability compared to the Nike Juniper Trail 3 ($90). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Kiprun Kipsummit or the Nike Juniper Trail 3?

The Kiprun Kipsummit is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Nike Juniper Trail 3 in 2024.

Looking for alternatives to Kiprun Kipsummit?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Kiprun MT3
Kiprun MT3

Kiprun

$89.99Score 70−14
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2New Balance Tektrel
New Balance Tektrel

New Balance

$90+$0.01Score 63−21
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3Joma Sierra 7
Joma Sierra 7

Joma

$89−$0.99Score 79−5
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