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Nike Invincible 3

Nike Invincible 3 Reviews

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Most runners find the Invincible 3 plush and bouncy, good for easy and long runs.

72Signal score
40% positive
81reviews
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Updated 10 Nov

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Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Apr 7, 2025 · summarized

Positive

The Invincible 3's heel slip faded after 100 km, leaving a great cushioned, versatile super trainer.

Blog · Tom’s Guide – Jane McGuire · summarized

Positive

Jane McGuire describes a plush, bouncy shoe for recovery and long runs. Her heel slipped until she tightened the laces, and the heel clip may not suit everyone.

Blog · Run4it – Finlay McAndrew · summarized

Positive

Finlay McAndrew says the bounce held up beyond 500 miles and the outsole is barely worn. He sometimes had heel slip, which a runner’s loop fixes.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Mar 23, 2024 · summarized

Positive

A slow 54-year-old runner's first 4 miles in the Invincible 3: heel was fine, still bouncy ZoomX, heavy but felt fast; recommends it at a discount.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Dec 28, 2023 · summarized

Negative

Loves the Invincible 3's cushioning, but heel slippage gave them Achilles problems.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Oct 5, 2023 · summarized

Positive

Has gone up to 14 miles in the Invincible 3 with no bottoming out; compared side by side with the Gel-Nimbus 25, both are very cushioned but the Invincible is much easier to pick up the pace in.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Sep 26, 2023 · summarized

Mixed

A big runner found the Invincible 3 great on a first run, like walking on clouds, but it kept rubbing the sides of their feet.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jul 27, 2023 · summarized

Positive

After other shoes gave a new runner foot pain, the Invincible 3 didn't, and they like its cushioning and comfort.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Mar 26, 2023 · summarized

Positive

A runner with chronic knee pain says their knees feel better for the first time since getting the Invincible 3, and bought another pair.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Feb 23, 2023 · summarized

Mixed

After several runs, a runner rates the Invincible 3 7.5/10: plush and the comfiest in their rotation, but heavy, with notable outsole wear by 70 km.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Feb 14, 2023 · summarized

Negative

A 6'4" 250 lb runner found the Invincible 3 still great cushioning with more bounce, but returned it over severe heel slippage.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Feb 12, 2023 · summarized

Positive

On a first 10K, an Invincible 1 fan found the 3 even better and bouncier, with heel slip only when walking.

Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Feb 7, 2023 · summarized

Positive

A returning runner loves the Invincible 3 for keeping legs fresh; slight heel slip goes away with proper lockdown.

Common questions about Nike Invincible 3

What do runners say about Nike Invincible 3?

Most runners find the Invincible 3 plush and bouncy, good for easy and long runs. Heel slip is the main complaint, often needing heel-lock lacing and easing with wear for some, and many also find it heavy or a bit unstable. A few find it firmer than earlier versions.

Is Nike Invincible 3 worth it?

Of the 81 reviews with a clear verdict, 40% are positive, 27% mixed and 33% negative. The praise mentioned most is great cushioning. The most common complaint is heel slip.

What are the most common complaints about Nike Invincible 3?

The complaints reviewers mention most: heel slip (21 reviews), unstable (7 reviews) and heavy (5 reviews). For example: A runner who found heel slippage persisted even with a runner's knot and did not find the shoe comfortable.

Where do these Nike Invincible 3 reviews come from?

We collected and summarized 81 experiences shared on Reddit, YouTube and blogs, with links to the original sources. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.

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