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  2. Hoka Mafate 5 vs Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

Hoka Mafate 5 vs Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

Hoka Mafate 5

Hoka Mafate 5

€179.95
Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

€190

Quick verdict

Hoka Mafate 5

€179.95

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (90 vs 80)
  • More cushioning (44 vs 30 mm heel stack)

Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

€190

The better pick if you want:

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

Hoka Mafate 5· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    44 mmTop 1%
    30 mm
  • Lightness

    315 g
    250 gTop 11%
  • Grip

    5 mmTop 13%
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    8 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $190
    $190

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Mafate 5 vs Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Hoka Mafate 5€179.95Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low€190

Essentials

€179.95
€190
August 2025
2026
315 g
250 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
rugged mountain terrain, technical and mixed trails
fast trails, mixed mountain terrain
Ultra distances, long mountain outings, all-day trail running
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Cushioning

8 mm
6 mm
44 mm
30 mm
36 mm
24 mm
Dual-density midsole with supercritical EVA top layer over firmer compression-molded EVA
Lightweight Mammut CORE Plus foam with Flextron PRO propulsion plate
Maximum cushioning for long hours on feet
Precise cushioning with energy return, A6 flex index

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with 5 mm Traction Lug
Vibram® Megagrip with Litebase technology
Reinforced toe cap and high stack underfoot protection
360° reinforced TPU band against rocks and debris
5 mm multidirectional lugs in Vibram Megagrip rubber
—

Upper & fit

Knit upper with heat-sealed TPU reinforcement on the toebox
Lightweight breathable polyester technical mesh
Removable cushioned sockliner
Ortholite® 5 mm sockliner
Traditional lacing, neutral support, roomier fit than usual for Hoka
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On the terrain

How Hoka Mafate 5 vs Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low 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 Mafate 563
Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low62

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
Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low74
  • Cushioning22/40
  • Lightness27/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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Hoka Mafate 5

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Hoka Mafate 5 vs Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low?

For value comparison: The Hoka Mafate 5 ($190) provides premium features compared to the Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low ($190). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Hoka Mafate 5 or the Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low?

The Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Hoka Mafate 5 in August 2025.

Looking for alternatives to Hoka Mafate 5?

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1The North Face Offtrail Ultra
The North Face Offtrail Ultra

The North Face

$190Score 93+3

Better than Hoka Mafate 5 at:

  • A higher overall score (93 vs 90)
  • A lighter option (46 g less)
  • A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
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2Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX

Saucony

$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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3NNormal Kjerag 2
NNormal Kjerag 2

NNormal

$190Score 72−18

Better than Hoka Mafate 5 at:

  • A lighter option (101 g less)
  • A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
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