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Our verdict
- Top pick in best Nike running shoes (2023)
Pros
- Snappy toe-off
- Comfortable all-day
- Stable when legs are tired
- Smooth transitions
- Comfortable fit
- Roomy toe box
- Grippy on wet roads and light trails
- Also for walking and gym training
- Perfect for beginners
Cons
- Lacks responsiveness
- A tad heavy
- Too expensive
Audience verdict
- Top 4% most popular running shoes
Comparison
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audience score | 87 Great! | 86 Good! | 85 Good! | 86 Good! | |
| Price | $160 | $160 | $160 | $160 | |
| Pace | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | |
| Arch support | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Weight lab Weight brand | 10.5 oz / 297g 10.9 oz / 310g | 9.9 oz / 282g 10.1 oz / 286g | 11.1 oz / 316g 11.1 oz / 316g | 10.3 oz / 293g 10.6 oz / 300.5g | |
| Drop lab Drop brand | 6.7 mm 8.0 mm | 7.7 mm 10.0 mm | 9.8 mm 9.0 mm | 8.1 mm 8.5 mm | |
| Strike pattern | Mid/forefoot | Mid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | |
| Size | Slightly small | True to size | Half size small | - | |
| Midsole softness | Soft | Soft | Soft | Balanced | |
| Difference in midsole softness in cold | Big | Small | Big | Small | |
| Toebox durability | - | Decent | Good | Good | |
| Heel padding durability | - | Good | Decent | Decent | |
| Outsole durability | - | Good | Good | Good | |
| Breathability | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | |
| Width / fit | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
| Toebox width | - | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
| Stiffness | Moderate | Flexible | Flexible | Moderate | |
| Difference in stiffness in cold | Big | Small | Big | Small | |
| Torsional rigidity | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Stiff | |
| Heel counter stiffness | Flexible | Moderate | Flexible | Moderate | |
| Heel lab Heel brand | 30.0 mm 34.0 mm | 33.9 mm 39.0 mm | 34.2 mm 39.0 mm | 32.1 mm 30.5 mm | |
| Forefoot lab Forefoot brand | 23.3 mm 26.0 mm | 26.2 mm 29.0 mm | 24.4 mm 30.0 mm | 24.0 mm 22.0 mm | |
| Widths available | Normal | NormalWideX-Wide | NormalWideX-Wide | Normal | |
| Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Season | All seasons | All seasons | All seasons | All seasons | |
| Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Ranking | #312 Bottom 43% | #172 Bottom 46% | #199 Bottom 38% | #181 Bottom 43% | |
| Popularity | #19 Top 4% | #45 Top 15% | #111 Top 35% | #244 Bottom 23% |
Size and fit
Size
Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 3 is slightly small (273 votes).
Who should buy the Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 3
Cop the Infinity Run Flyknit 3 if you are:
- looking for a road running shoe for heavy, high-mileage training runs
- a fan of the second version of the Infinity Run Flyknit and want something similar
- big on cushioned running shoes that can double for walking and gym training
Who should NOT buy it
If you're on a budget, we advise sticking with version 2 of the Nike React Infinity Run FK instead. There's not much difference going on, save for the looks and more padding. If you want a shoe from a different collection, the Nike Pegasus 38 is not only cheaper; it also performs similarly for $40 less.
If you want a shoe that is springy and pampering at the same time, we highly recommend the Nike Invincible Run. And if it's a lighter alternative you're after, the PUMA Velocity Nitro 2 won't be a letdown.
Let the Infinity Run FK 3 spoil you with comfort
A more supportive fit is the main highlight of the Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 3. The shoe features a more padded ankle collar and heel.
Even more, it has a thicker Flyknit upper and Flywire cables for a better foothold.
We measured the shoe's tongue thickness at 7.9 mm. This is a considerable amount of padding compared to the average 6 mm.
Not a shoe for hot days
Because of the thicker tongue and upper, the shoe doesn't let a lot of air pass through. It is noticeably warmer than daily trainers on average.
A seamless ride from the Infinity Run Flyknit 3
Although it's not the lightest daily trainer on the market, this Nike shoe doesn't feel sluggish thanks to its smooth transitions. Even better, the more we ran on our toes, the nicer and more seamless the transitions became.
Takes care of the feet
Think of the Nike Pegasus but softer. That's the Infinity React Run Flyknit. It's not a squishy shoe by any means but it preserves a good balance of firmness and softness.
Based on our midsole durometer measurements, the Infinity Run 3 is MUCH softer than the average. At 15.0 HA, it is 60% plusher!
[/fact_check]This cozy cushioning also makes the shoe suitable for walking around town and even for all-day wear.
And while it's not THE most cushioned daily trainer in history, the React Infinity still has a good 30 mm of heel stack underfoot. But if you want even more, try Saucony Triumph 21.
Tips the scales
The shoe has a rather bulky weight at 10.5 oz (297g) in US men's 9. For context, the average daily trainer comes in at 9.9 oz (282 g).
Pretty clunky!
Move steadily with the Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 3
The shoe's firmness paired with its wide base keeps a highly stable ride.
Based on our caliper measurements, the shoe's landing surface is about 2 mm wider than the average in both the forefoot and the heel.
Even though it's not ideal for flat feet and overpronation, we found it to be a bit more stable than most neutral shoes. What's more, it supports tired legs.
Traction that bites
Road runners have NO issues with the shoe's traction. During their testing, they say it sticks well on wet concrete, treadmill, and light trail.
Just the right fit!
Although not as sock-like as the first iteration of the Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit, we still found the fit quite comfortable and secure.
The shoe has sufficient padding around the ankle which prevents heel slips. Plus, the upper is stretchy and conforms to the foot.
More than enough room
Unlike most Nike running shoes, the React Infinity Run FK 3 doesn't have a narrow toe box.
With 98.6 mm in the widest part of the upper, this Nike shoe is at the average of running shoes (98.5 mm). But the stretchy nature of its knit upper makes the shoe feel more accommodating.
The upper's pliability also helps a lot in bumping up comfort. Even in the areas where our feet are usually pushed against the shoe, the Infinity Run 3 never rubbed our toes.
Not your budget-friendly trainer
It's a helluva pricey shoe. Especially at full price! Given that it's better than v2 but not as great as the first version, it's really difficult to justify the price.
Contrary to other daily running shoes, which cost $119, on average, its $160 price tag is without a doubt a lot of money.
A stunner
The Nike Infinity Run Flyknit 3 is a wicked-looking shoe! Nike surely knows its business when it comes to style. The colorways are BOMB!
