
INOV-8
Better than New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 at:
- A lighter option (64 g less)
- A lower drop (0 vs 4 mm)
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
€159.95
The better pick if you want:
Saucony Ride TR3
$160
The better pick if you want:
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
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9· leads in 2
Saucony Ride TR3· leads in 1
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
Compare features between New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 vs Saucony Ride TR3
How New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 vs Saucony Ride TR3 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.
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Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.
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For value comparison: The New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 ($160) provides premium features compared to the Saucony Ride TR3 ($160). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
The Saucony Ride TR3 is newer: it came out in 2026, and the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 in 2025.
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Better than New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 at:
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Better than New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 at:
Compare New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 or Saucony Ride TR3 with other top trail running shoes from brands such as New Balance, Saucony and more.