New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4 vs On Cloudboom Strike

Which Running Shoe Is Better?

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New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4
On Cloudboom Strike

Tested using Methodology v0.9

Updated Oct 30, 2025 08:35 PM

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Tested using Methodology v0.9

Updated Nov 04, 2025 03:43 PM

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Our Verdict

New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4

On Cloudboom Strike

The On Cloudboom Strike and New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4 offer similar overall energy return but deliver different ride experiences. The New Balance is less cushioned but more stable, providing a soft yet propulsive feel with better support, making it a solid choice for those prioritizing a secure ride. In contrast, the On is lighter, which enhances efficiency in race conditions, helping runners maintain speed with less effort. While both are designed for racing, the New Balance leans toward stability, whereas the On prioritizes lightweight performance and a cushioned, leg-saving feel.

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Variants

  • FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4 (Cyber Jade/White/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4 (Cyber Jade/White/Black - (Women - US 7))
  • FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4 (White/Angora/Hot Mango - (Men - US 9))
  • FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4 (White/Angora/Hot Mango - (Women - US 7))
  • Cloudboom Strike (Limelight/Wolf - (Men - US 9))
  • Cloudboom Strike (Limelight/Wolf - (Women - US 7))
  • Cloudboom Strike (White/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Cloudboom Strike (White/Black - (Women - US 7))
  • Cloudboom Strike (White/Flame - (Men - US 9))
  • Cloudboom Strike (White/Flame - (Women - US 7))

Main Differences for
Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Marathon Racing 

8.1
8.4

Weight  

6.8
7.9

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

6.8
7.9

Right Shoe Weight Photo  

Left Shoe Weight Photo  

Weight 
 

239.9 g (8.46 oz)
207.2 g (7.31 oz)
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Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo  

Heel Stack Height 
 

39.5 mm
39.7 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

35.9 mm
35.7 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

4.7 mm
4.0 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

4.0 mm
4.0 mm
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External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

Outsole Heel Width 
 

86 mm (3.4")
84 mm (3.3")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

74 mm (2.9")
64 mm (2.5")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

111 mm (4.4")
112 mm (4.4")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.17
2.16

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

3.09
3.14

Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

Internal Length 
 

270 mm (10.6")
274 mm (10.8")

Internal Heel Width 
 

58 mm (2.3")
59 mm (2.3")

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

95 mm (3.8")
95 mm (3.7")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

Yes
No

Other Features  

Other Features Photo  

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Non-gusseted
Non-gusseted

Plate 
 

Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

8.2
8.2

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

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Heel Energy Return 
 

81.9%
81.7%
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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

8.1
8.1

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

81.4%
81.5%
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Heel Cushioning 
 

7.8
8.0

Heel Cushioning Picture  

Heel Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 550N 
 

3.77 J
3.65 J

Energy Absorbed At 1100N 
 

9.44 J
9.70 J

Energy Absorbed At 1900N 
 

15.67 J
16.52 J
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Forefoot Cushioning 
 

8.3
9.0

Forefoot Cushioning Picture  

Forefoot Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

5.23 J
5.83 J

Energy Absorbed At 1300N 
 

9.07 J
10.15 J

Energy Absorbed At 2050N 
 

13.24 J
15.04 J
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Heel Firmness 
 

5.9
5.4

Heel Firmness  

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Firmness At 550N 
 

52.1 N/mm
49.9 N/mm

Firmness At 1100N 
 

120.0 N/mm
109.3 N/mm

Firmness At 1900N 
 

270.5 N/mm
244.1 N/mm
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Forefoot Firmness 
 

7.5
7.0

Forefoot Firmness  

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Firmness At 800N 
 

92.4 N/mm
84.0 N/mm

Firmness At 1300N 
 

197.5 N/mm
167.9 N/mm

Firmness At 2050N 
 

378.0 N/mm
343.0 N/mm
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Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

7.4
8.6

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

7.99 J
9.59 J

Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

7.88 J
9.46 J

Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

7.81 J
9.40 J

Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

7.76 J
9.35 J

New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4

On Cloudboom Strike

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