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  1. Shoes
  2. Hoka Challenger 8 vs Puma Voyage Nitro 4

Hoka Challenger 8 vs Puma Voyage Nitro 4

Hoka Challenger 8

Hoka Challenger 8

€149.95
Puma Voyage Nitro 4

Puma Voyage Nitro 4

€150

Quick verdict

Hoka Challenger 8

€149.95

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (93 vs 83)
  • A lighter option (15 g less)
  • More cushioning (44 vs 38 mm heel stack)

Puma Voyage Nitro 4

€150

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

SpecsReview10Alternatives5

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

Hoka Challenger 8· leads in 2

CushioningLightness

Puma Voyage Nitro 4· leads in none

Tied

GripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    44 mmTop 1%
    38 mmTop 23%
  • Lightness

    275 gTop 31%
    290 g
  • Grip

    4 mmTop 50%
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    7 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $150Top 38%
    $150Top 38%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Challenger 8 vs Puma Voyage Nitro 4

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Hoka Challenger 8€149.95Puma Voyage Nitro 4€150

Essentials

€149.95
€150
July 2025
August 2025
275 g
290 g

Overview

Trail & Road Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Mixed terrain: road, gravel, light trail
Trail and mixed off-road terrain
Road-to-trail running, everyday training, light hiking
Trail running, all-terrain trail adventures, and long off-road runs

Cushioning

7 mm
6 mm
44 mm
38 mm
37 mm
32 mm
Compression-molded EVA (CMEVA) foam for lightweight, plush cushioning
NITROFOAM™ nitrogen-infused foam cushioning
High stack cushioning for long runs and varied surfaces
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Grip & protection

Durabrasion rubber with 4 mm multi-directional lugs
PUMAGRIP ATR durable multi-directional rubber
Reinforced toe cap for abrasion resistance
—
Multi-directional 4 mm lugs for grip on both road and trail
—

Upper & fit

100% recycled rPET engineered mesh for breathability
—
Plush collar and comfortable heel, traditional laces
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On the terrain

How Hoka Challenger 8 vs Puma Voyage Nitro 4 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 groundAverage
Hoka Challenger 855
Puma Voyage Nitro 456

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Hoka Challenger 885
  • Cushioning40/40
  • Lightness20/35
  • Smooth roll25/25
Puma Voyage Nitro 477
  • Cushioning36/40
  • Lightness16/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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Hoka Challenger 8

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Hoka Challenger 8 vs Puma Voyage Nitro 4?

For value comparison: The Hoka Challenger 8 ($150) provides premium features compared to the Puma Voyage Nitro 4 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Hoka Challenger 8 or the Puma Voyage Nitro 4?

The Puma Voyage Nitro 4 is newer: it came out in August 2025, and the Hoka Challenger 8 in July 2025.

Looking for alternatives to Hoka Challenger 8?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Salomon Ultra Glide 4
Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon

$150Score 90−3
Compare with Hoka Challenger 8
2Kiprun Kipsummit Max
Kiprun Kipsummit Max

Kiprun

$150Score 86−7
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3Salomon Genesis
Salomon Genesis

Salomon

$150Score 85−8

Better than Hoka Challenger 8 at:

  • Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 4 mm)
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