Hoka Mafate 5

The Hoka Mafate 5 is a max-cushioned trail running shoe with a dual-density supercritical EVA midsole, Vibram® Megagrip outsole with 5 mm Traction Lug and a reinforced knit upper, built for long days and ultra distances on rugged mountain terrain.

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#15 of 174 shoes by score5 video reviews

€179.95

Pricier than 87% of shoes · category average €152

Lowest price €179.95 at Bikila, of 3 shops compared

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Key specs

Weight: 315 g
Drop: 8 mm
Heel Stack: 44 mm
Forefoot Stack: 36 mm

Best for: Ultra distances, long mountain outings, all-day trail running

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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Strengths

CushioningGrip

Weak points

LightnessAffordability

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

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

€179.95

August 2025

315 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

rugged mountain terrain, technical and mixed trails

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

Cushioning

8 mm

44 mm

36 mm

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

Maximum cushioning for long hours on feet

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with 5 mm Traction Lug

Reinforced toe cap and high stack underfoot protection

5 mm multidirectional lugs in Vibram Megagrip rubber

Upper & fit

Knit upper with heat-sealed TPU reinforcement on the toebox

Removable cushioned sockliner

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

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On the terrain

How 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
Hoka Mafate 5							63

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Hoka Mafate 566

Cushioning40/40
Lightness9/35
Smooth roll17/25

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The Hoka Mafate 5 was released in August 2025.

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A higher overall score (93 vs 90)
A lighter option (46 g less)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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Better than Hoka Mafate 5 at:

A lighter option (65 g less)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX

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$190Score 77−13

Better than Hoka Mafate 5 at:

A lighter option (16 g less)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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Popular Comparisons

Compare the Hoka Mafate 5 with other top trail running shoes from leading brands, including Hoka for the ultimate trail running experience.

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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

Strengths

CushioningGrip

Weak points

LightnessAffordability

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

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Hoka Mafate 5

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