A recent, fun update with a new plate that feels pretty bouncy and an upper that hugs the foot; still getting miles in but enjoying it. — Believe in the Run
Carl and Megan both score it an overall A (green light) — a solid update that's tighter-fitting, slightly softer and bouncier than the v2, and one of their favorite Mizuno shoes despite running a bit warm.
Best for: A fun, bouncy, versatile max-cushion super trainer for easy and long runs
A recent, fun update with a new plate that feels pretty bouncy and an upper that hugs the foot; still getting miles in but enjoying it.
Nate observes that the Neo Vista 3's lateral midsole concavity versus a flatter medial sidewall creates a slight lateral landing bias, which gives the shoe's compliant foam some built-in guidance and stability. He frames this as neither good nor bad on its own — it's a good fit only if that guidance matches the runner's mechanics and preferences.
A very good max-stack long-run shoe with a great dual-foam ride that slots between the soft v1 and firmer v2, but the changes over v2 are minor, the knit upper runs hot, and the older versions are much cheaper.
Best for: Runners wanting a max-stack long-run shoe for easy, longish miles; sits between the soft v1 and firmer v2.
The reviewer says this is the best Vista he's run in; subtle plate and outsole tweaks make it a fun, glidey high-cushion cruiser, though he wishes it were $180 rather than $200 and wouldn't race in it.
Best for: High-cushion cruising and long runs of 8-10 miles at a relaxed clip
After a first 11k run, Tommy from The Run Testers finds the Neo Vista 3 a clear improvement on the Neo Vista 2, restoring some of the original version's bounce and fun while keeping the second version's stability, making it a smoother and more versatile shoe. His main reservations are the stiff booty-style upper and a surprise heel blister he'll keep monitoring.
Best for: Runners wanting a cushioned super trainer for everyday paces, from easy daily runs up to occasional tempo efforts
Reviewers note: True to size in his UK 8 with about the right amount of toe room, but the structured, stiff booty-style upper isn't stretchy and pushes his feet out either side — likely a problem for wider feet. He got a rare heel blister on the first run, possibly from the redesigned heel padding, and is monitoring whether it continues.
Per The Run Testers.
The Mizuno Neo Vista 3 weighs about 272g (men's 9), has a 50.0mm heel stack and a 8.0mm heel-toe drop.
Reviewers compare the Mizuno Neo Vista 3 to Mizuno Neo Vista 1, Mizuno Neo Vista 2, Mizuno Neo Zen, Hoka Skyward X2.
Per The Run Testers, FORDY RUNS, Run Moore, Believe in the Run.
Next Pair aggregates 6 expert reviews of the Mizuno Neo Vista 3, including Believe in the Run, The Run Testers, Doctors of Running.
Per Believe in the Run, The Run Testers, Doctors of Running.
Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.
