Altra Olympus 6 vs Hoka Mafate 5

Altra Olympus 6

€190

Hoka Mafate 5

€179.95

Quick verdict

Altra Olympus 6

€190

The better pick if you want:

A lower drop (0 vs 8 mm)

Hoka Mafate 5

€179.95

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (90 vs 59)
A lighter option (30 g less)
More cushioning (44 vs 33 mm heel stack)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Altra Olympus 6· leads in none

Hoka Mafate 5· leads in 3

CushioningLightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
33 mm
44 mmTop 1%
Lightness
345 g
315 g
Grip
3.5 mm
5 mmTop 13%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$190
$190

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Altra Olympus 6 vs Hoka Mafate 5

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Essentials

€190

€179.95

2024

August 2025

345 g

315 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

technical trails, rugged terrain, long distances

rugged mountain terrain, technical and mixed trails

Trail running, long-distance trail running, hiking and rugged outdoor adventures

Ultra distances, long mountain outings, all-day trail running

Cushioning

0 mm

8 mm

33 mm

44 mm

33 mm

36 mm

Compression Molded EVA foam for maximum cushioning and comfort

Dual-density midsole with supercritical EVA top layer over firmer compression-molded EVA

Maximum cushioning with a plush ride and spacious toe box

Maximum cushioning for long hours on feet

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip rubber for exceptional traction on wet and dry surfaces

Vibram® Megagrip with 5 mm Traction Lug

Thick midsole cushioning and reinforced heel provide impact protection

Reinforced toe cap and high stack underfoot protection

Aggressive Vibram® Megagrip outsole lugs for secure grip on varied terrain

5 mm multidirectional lugs in Vibram Megagrip rubber

Upper & fit

Breathable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays for durability

Knit upper with heat-sealed TPU reinforcement on the toebox

Standard Altra FootShape™ ergonomic insole allowing natural toe spread

Removable cushioned sockliner

Traditional lacing with roomy wide toe box (Original FootShape fit)

Traditional lacing, neutral support, roomier fit than usual for Hoka

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On the terrain

How Altra Olympus 6 vs Hoka Mafate 5 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a ground							Average
Altra Olympus 6							46
Hoka Mafate 5							63

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Altra Olympus 653

Cushioning27/40
Lightness1/35
Smooth roll25/25

Hoka Mafate 566

Cushioning40/40
Lightness9/35
Smooth roll17/25

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Altra Olympus 6

Hoka Mafate 5

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Which offers better value: Altra Olympus 6 vs Hoka Mafate 5?

For value comparison: The Altra Olympus 6 ($190) provides premium features compared to the Hoka Mafate 5 ($190). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Altra Olympus 6 or the Hoka Mafate 5?

The Hoka Mafate 5 is newer: it came out in August 2025, and the Altra Olympus 6 in 2024.

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The North Face

$190Score 93+34

Better than Altra Olympus 6 at:

A higher overall score (93 vs 59)
A lighter option (76 g less)
More cushioning (35 vs 33 mm heel stack)

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Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

Mammut

$190Score 80+21

Better than Altra Olympus 6 at:

A higher overall score (80 vs 59)
A lighter option (95 g less)
Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3.5 mm)

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Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX

Saucony

$190Score 77+18

Better than Altra Olympus 6 at:

A higher overall score (77 vs 59)
A lighter option (46 g less)
More cushioning (36 vs 33 mm heel stack)

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Shoes

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Altra Olympus 6· leads in none

Hoka Mafate 5· leads in 3

CushioningLightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
33 mm
44 mmTop 1%
Lightness
345 g
315 g
Grip
3.5 mm
5 mmTop 13%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$190
$190

Pick a ground

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Altra Olympus 6

Hoka Mafate 5

Altra Olympus 6 vs Hoka Mafate 5

Altra Olympus 6

Hoka Mafate 5

Quick verdict

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