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Nike React Infinity Run 3

Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 10.5 oz · 8mm drop · 33/25mm stack

Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock. The Nike React Infinity Run 4 replaced it

How it ranks

The Nike React Infinity Run 3 ranks among the stronger daily trainers in our data. Durability and looks are its strongest sub-ratings. Comfort scores well below its other sub-ratings. The rating rests on 27 runner reviews and 3 other rated shoes in the React Infinity Run product line.

Nike React Infinity Run 3

of 5

Very good

91/100
Overall
91
Durability
99
Appearance
94
Cushioning
87
Value
78
Comfort
76
Confidence

Confidence

How settled the rating is against every other rated shoe. A shoe can rate high on confidence with relatively few reviews of its own when its product line has a long record and external ratings from retailer sites agree. Confidence will score low when we have few ratings or when runners disagree.

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Confidence

92/100

92

What runners say

“Works well for my high arches and has lasted me 500+ miles, although there is a decline around 300.”
5/5 Full review 40 mpw training for 5K and 10K
“I've gone through over 12 pairs of these and just keep buying them.”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a marathon came from the HOKA Bondi 7
“I definitely prefer them over the Pegasus 39 for the majority of my miles because of their superior cushioning and rebound.”
4/5 Full review 30 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 40
“They start to feel flat around 300-350 miles.”
5/5 Full review 55 mpw training for a marathon came from the ASICS GT-2000 10
“The React cushioning provides unmatched comfort, reducing fatigue and muscle soreness.”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a marathon came from the HOKA Bondi 7
“The middle part hurt my arch and this discomfort would linger every now and then.”
4/5 Full review 50 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Brooks Ghost 14
“The upper is more refined and feels less bulky and more breathable.”
5/5 Full review 20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Nike React Infinity Run 2
“I've never gotten injured in them and I seem to recover just fine from casual running.”
5/5 Full review 55 mpw training for a marathon came from the ASICS GT-2000 10
“The previous version felt more bouncy, but the cushioning feels just as good on this latest version.”
5/5 Full review 20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Nike React Infinity Run 2
“Find the Nike React Infinity 3 much easier on the legs and more bounce!”
5/5 Full review training for 5K and 10K came from the New Balance 860 v10

Prefer this shoe over another

64% 14/22

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Prices updated daily. Last checked Sep 14.


Pros

  • It rates well above the React Infinity Run 2 it replaced.
  • Reviewers call it a stable, comfortable trainer for easy and daily miles.
  • Reviewers report 500 miles or more per pair, and two have bought a dozen pairs over the years.

Cons

  • Reviewers say to look elsewhere for speed work.
  • One reviewer notes heel slippage is a common complaint, avoided with a thicker sock.
  • Two reviewers note a pronounced arch, one finding it hurt at first.

Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale

Each dot is one rated shoe for sale, placed by its rating and by how much evidence sits behind it. Shoes toward the top right are both well rated and well established.

Confidence
50 60 70 80 90 100 25 50 75 100

Better Shoes Rating

React Infinity Run 3 rates 91. This shoe has high certainty. See how we rate shoes.

Better Shoes Rating of prior versions of the Nike React Infinity Run

Each dot is one version of the React Infinity Run, placed by its rating and release year. The gold dot is this shoe.

Rating

Release year

We use the reviews of past versions to inform this shoe’s rating. See why.
  • React Infinity Run 4

    2023 · 22 reviews

    58 Bottom-tier

    87 Confidence

  • React Infinity Run 3 This shoe

    2022 · 27 reviews

    91 Very good

    92 Confidence

  • React Infinity Run 2

    2021 · 10 reviews

    62 Below average

    80 Confidence

  • React Infinity Run 1

    2019 · 10 reviews

    61 Below average

    77 Confidence

Reader Ratings

27 ratings
5/5 17
4/5 10
3/5 0
2/5 0
1/5 0

Specs & fit

Sizing and ride details at a glance.

Weight
10.5 oz
Release
2022 Q2
MSRP
$157
Stack Height
33mm heel - 25mm toe
Drop Height
8mm

Runner reviews

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Showing 11–15 of 16 written reviews

Good for stability and energy return

4/5

Overall

I like the infinity run because it helps with my pronation. It isn’t too soft but also not too hard. I can bang a quick long run if I need but it is a daily trainer for sure. 

Needscalcium · Jun 29, 2023

50 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Nike ZoomX Invincible Run

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
3/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

Easy Day Workhorse

4/5

Overall

If you don’t experience the dreaded heel slippage that seems to plague many, this shoe is an ideal easy day workhorse. I use the Nike Spark wool sock, which is a thicker sock, and don’t experience any heel slippage issues. With about 150 miles on them so far, I definitely prefer them over the Pegasus 39 for the majority of my miles because of their superior cushioning and rebound. For any sort of speed work, look elsewhere. This shoe is a niche performer but excels at that niche.

schlies14 · Jun 23, 2023

30 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 40

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5

Great shoe for higher volume, but a bit on the expensive side.

4/5

Overall

I have been running in this line of shoe since March of 2020 on and off depending on what my bank account looked like when I needed a new pair of shoes. They have continued to improve with each generation and they hold up well for about 500 miles.

Maxx Antush · Jun 20, 2023

75 mpw training for ultramarathons came from the Brooks Launch GTS 9

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

Amazing workhorse shoe

5/5

Overall

The Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 3 is a remarkable running shoe. With a durability that withstands my 50 miles per week and a sleek design, these shoes are exceptional. The React cushioning provides unmatched comfort, reducing fatigue and muscle soreness. Whether on pavement or trails, these shoes enhance the running experience. Highly recommended for serious runners. I've gone through over 12 pairs of these and just keep buying them. I've tried switching to Hoka or Puma and they just don't compare. 

Daniel Black · Jun 10, 2023

50 mpw training for a marathon came from the HOKA Bondi 7

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

LOVE

5/5

Overall

3 years of these shoes, each model is great! Similar! 

Connor · Jun 9, 2023

training for 5K and 10K came from the Brooks Ghost 12

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

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Shoe properties
Type
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Pronation
Neutral
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Weight
10.5 oz M
12.5 oz M
8.5 oz M Lightest
Stack
33/25mm
38/28mm
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Drop
8mm
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Release
2022 Q2
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MSRP
$157
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Best price
$149.99
Ratings
Overall
Very good (91)
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Comfort
Decent (76)
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Cushioning
Good (87)
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Durability
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Appearance
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