Asics METAFUJI TRAIL vs Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL

$250

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2

€249.95

Quick verdict

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL

$250

The better pick if you want:

More cushioning (44 vs 41.5 mm heel stack)

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2

€249.95

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (89 vs 78)
A lighter option (35 g less)

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…).

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Asics METAFUJI TRAIL· leads in none

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

CushioningAffordability

Cushioning
44 mmTop 1%
42 mmTop 5%
Lightness
290 g
255 gTop 13%
Grip
2.7 mm
3.5 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
5 mm
Affordability
$250
$250

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Asics METAFUJI TRAIL vs Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2

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Essentials

$250

€249.95

2024

August 2026

290 g

255 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Trail Running Racing Shoe

technical trails, forest paths, uneven terrain

fast runnable trails, moderately technical mountain terrain

Cushioning

5 mm

44 mm

41.5 mm

39 mm

36.5 mm

GEL cushioning with FlyteFoam™ Propel technology

FF Leap (A-TPU) top layer over FF Blast+ (EVA/OBC) with X-shaped carbon plate

Moderate cushioning with responsive ride

Highly responsive race-day ride, firm underfoot

Grip & protection

AHAR™ rubber with aggressive lugs for traction

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs and generous lug spacing

Toe cap reinforcement and lateral support

Reinforced toe bumper, no rock plate beyond carbon plate

Upper & fit

Breathable engineered mesh with synthetic overlays

Knitted Motion Wrap with ultralight elastomeric yarn

Removable cushioned sockliner

Removable sockliner

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On the terrain

How Asics METAFUJI TRAIL vs Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2 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
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL							42
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2							53

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL81

Cushioning40/40
Lightness16/35
Smooth roll25/25

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 291

Cushioning40/40
Lightness26/35
Smooth roll25/25

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Visual Comparison

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Which offers better value: Asics METAFUJI TRAIL vs Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2?

For value comparison: The Asics METAFUJI TRAIL ($250) provides premium features compared to the Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2 ($250). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Asics METAFUJI TRAIL or the Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2?

The Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2 is newer: it came out in August 2026, and the Asics METAFUJI TRAIL in 2024.

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Nike

$260+$10Score 83+5

Better than Asics METAFUJI TRAIL at:

A higher overall score (83 vs 78)
A lighter option (21 g less)
Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.7 mm)

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Hoka Tecton X 4

Hoka

$275+$25Score 91+13

Better than Asics METAFUJI TRAIL at:

A higher overall score (91 vs 78)
A lighter option (29 g less)
Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.7 mm)

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Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra 2

Adidas

$225−$25Score 89+11

Better than Asics METAFUJI TRAIL at:

A higher overall score (89 vs 78)
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A lighter option (21 g less)

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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

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL· leads in none

Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

CushioningAffordability

Cushioning
44 mmTop 1%
42 mmTop 5%
Lightness
290 g
255 gTop 13%
Grip
2.7 mm
3.5 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
5 mm
Affordability
$250
$250

Pick a ground

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