The On Cloudhorizon Waterproof Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The On Cloudhorizon Waterproof is a durable hiking shoe designed for outdoor enthusiasts seeking maximum comfort during short getaways. This waterproof model is particularly beneficial for maintaining dry feet in cold and rainy conditions.

With the tallest stack height among our lab-tested outdoor shoes, the Cloudhorizon provides substantial cushioning, making it ideal for all-day wear on maintained trails and semi-urban surfaces. The verified performance metrics ensure that this shoe delivers a stable and supportive experience.


Pros

  • Effective waterproofing
  • Abundant cushioning and impact protection
  • Lively and responsive ride
  • Amazingly light for its stack and waterproofing
  • Great as a city-to-trail shoe
  • Good stability for moderate terrain
  • Comfortable in-shoe feel
  • True to size and fit

Cons

  • Not for serious hiking
  • Lacks durabiity for the price

Key Features

  • Waterproof Construction: Keeps your feet dry in wet conditions.
  • CloudTec Phase® Technology: Provides exceptional cushioning for all-day comfort.
  • Lightweight Engineered Mesh Upper: Made from recycled polyester, offering flexibility and breathability.
  • Helion Superfoam Midsole: Enhances responsiveness and energy return during hikes.
  • Missiongrip Rubber Outsole: Ensures superior traction on various terrains.
  • Sustainable Design: Approximately 32% of the shoe's materials are recycled content, including 85% recycled polyester.

Specifications

  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole Material: Rubber
  • Outer Material: Rubber
  • Inner Material: Polyester

On Cloudhorizon Waterproof Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

On Cloudhorizon Waterproof Altra Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX Teva Grandview GTX Low Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX
Price $190 $200 $165 $160
Trail terrain Light Light Moderate Technical
Weight lab Weight brand 12 oz / 339g 14.4 oz / 408g 15.6 oz / 441g 13.3 oz / 378g
Lightweight
Breathability Warm Warm Moderate Warm
Use Day Hiking Day Hiking Day Hiking Backpacking
Orthotic friendly
Drop lab 10.2 mm 1.5 mm 10.0 mm 10.9 mm
Size True to size Half size small True to size True to size
Midsole softness Firm Soft Soft Firm
Difference in midsole softness in cold Normal Big Small Big
Torsional rigidity Stiff Stiff Stiff Stiff
Heel counter stiffness Moderate Moderate Moderate Stiff
Stiffness Stiff Stiff Stiff Moderate
Outsole hardness Hard Average Average Hard
Waterproofing Waterproof Waterproof Waterproof Waterproof
Material - Leather - -
Season Winter Winter Winter Winter
Toebox durability Decent Good Very good -
Heel padding durability Bad Bad Bad -
Outsole durability Good Good Decent -
Width / fit Medium Wide Wide Medium
Toebox width Medium Wide Wide Medium
Lug depth 2.3 mm 3.2 mm 4.0 mm 4.5 mm
Heel stack lab 39.4 mm 31.0 mm 33.0 mm 30.9 mm
Forefoot 29.2 mm 29.5 mm 23.0 mm 20.0 mm
Widths available Normal Normal Normal Normal
Technology - Gore-Tex Gore-Tex Gore-Tex
Heel tab Finger loop Finger loop Finger loop Finger loop
Removable insole
Ranking Bottom 28% Bottom 20% Bottom 8% Bottom 22%
Popularity Top 49% Top 9% Bottom 14% Top 15%