Kiprun MT3 vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Kiprun MT3

£89.99

Nike Juniper Trail 3

$90

Quick verdict

Kiprun MT3

£89.99

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (70 vs 54)
A lighter option (8 g less)
A lower drop (8 vs 10 mm)

Nike Juniper Trail 3

$90

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

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 MT3· leads in 1

Lightness

Nike Juniper Trail 3· leads in none

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
No data
32 mm
Lightness
315 g
323 g
Grip
No data
2.6 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
10 mm
Affordability
$90Top 7%
$90Top 8%

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kiprun MT3 vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (17)

Essentials

£89.99

$90

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2024

315 g

323 g

Overview

Technical Trail Running Shoe

Trail Running Shoe

rocky, muddy and technical trails

Less technical trails and mixed terrain

All-distance technical trails and ultra training

Trail running, hiking, light trail routes

Cushioning

8 mm

10 mm

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32 mm

—

22 mm

Balanced cushioning blending lasting comfort and lively rebound

ComfiRide foam midsole for responsive, cushioned ride

Balanced cushioning for long outings

Flexible midfoot and soft collar foam minimize distractions

Grip & protection

Improved rubber with multi-directional lugs and flex grooves for flexibility

Nike Trail All-Terrain Compound (ATC) rubber for improved grip

Rock plate under the forefoot and sides, anti-torsion elements

Reinforced forefoot and rubber lugs for trail traction

Multi-directional lugs for mud and rock

All-Terrain Compound (ATC) rubber provides confident grip on varied surfaces

Upper & fit

Reinforced, sturdy upper for a secure fit

Durable woven mesh and mixed materials for comfort and support

Removable sockliner

Cushioned removable insole

KOnly fit concept for all strides

Lace-up closure with secure midfoot band

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On the terrain

How Kiprun MT3 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 ground							Average
Kiprun MT3							49
Nike Juniper Trail 3							36

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Kiprun MT356

Cushioning22/40
Lightness9/35
Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, lug depth, assumed average.

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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Kiprun MT3

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Visual Comparison

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Which offers better value: Kiprun MT3 vs Nike Juniper Trail 3?

For value comparison: The Kiprun MT3 ($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.

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$89.99Score 84+14

Better than Kiprun MT3 at:

A higher overall score (84 vs 70)
A lighter option (20 g less)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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$90+$0.01Score 63−7

Better than Kiprun MT3 at:

A lighter option (22 g less)

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Better than Kiprun MT3 at:

A higher overall score (79 vs 70)
A lighter option (17 g less)

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Shoes

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 MT3· leads in 1

Lightness

Nike Juniper Trail 3· leads in none

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
No data
32 mm
Lightness
315 g
323 g
Grip
No data
2.6 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
10 mm
Affordability
$90Top 7%
$90Top 8%

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Pick a ground

Average

Kiprun MT3

Nike Juniper Trail 3

Kiprun MT3 vs Nike Juniper Trail 3

Kiprun MT3

Nike Juniper Trail 3

Quick verdict

Spec profile