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  2. Hoka Mafate 5 vs On Cloudultra Pro

Hoka Mafate 5 vs On Cloudultra Pro

Hoka Mafate 5

Hoka Mafate 5

€179.95
On Cloudultra Pro

On Cloudultra Pro

€185

Quick verdict

Hoka Mafate 5

€179.95

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (90 vs 83)
  • More cushioning (44 vs 39 mm heel stack)

On Cloudultra Pro

€185

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $5 less
  • A lighter option (40 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

On Cloudultra Pro· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    44 mmTop 1%
    39 mmTop 13%
  • Lightness

    315 g
    275 gTop 31%
  • Grip

    5 mmTop 13%
    3.5 mm
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    8 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $190
    $185

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Mafate 5 vs On Cloudultra Pro

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Feature
Hoka Mafate 5€179.95On Cloudultra Pro€185

Essentials

€179.95
€185
August 2025
June 2025
315 g
275 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Ultra Distance Trail Running Shoe
rugged mountain terrain, technical and mixed trails
Mixed and all terrain
Ultra distances, long mountain outings, all-day trail running
Ultra distance trail running and racing on all terrain

Cushioning

8 mm
6 mm
44 mm
39 mm
36 mm
33 mm
Dual-density midsole with supercritical EVA top layer over firmer compression-molded EVA
Dual-density Helion™ HF hyper foam with CloudTec® cushioning
Maximum cushioning for long hours on feet
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Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with 5 mm Traction Lug
Missiongrip™ rubber with advanced lug geometry
Reinforced toe cap and high stack underfoot protection
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5 mm multidirectional lugs in Vibram Megagrip rubber
—

Upper & fit

Knit upper with heat-sealed TPU reinforcement on the toebox
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Removable cushioned sockliner
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Traditional lacing, neutral support, roomier fit than usual for Hoka
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On the terrain

How Hoka Mafate 5 vs On Cloudultra Pro 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
On Cloudultra Pro50

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
On Cloudultra Pro83
  • Cushioning38/40
  • Lightness20/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Hoka Mafate 5 vs On Cloudultra Pro?

For value comparison: The Hoka Mafate 5 ($190) provides premium features compared to the On Cloudultra Pro ($185). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Hoka Mafate 5 or the On Cloudultra Pro?

The Hoka Mafate 5 is newer: it came out in August 2025, and the On Cloudultra Pro in June 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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2Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low
Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

Mammut

$190Score 80−10

Better than Hoka Mafate 5 at:

  • A lighter option (65 g less)
  • A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
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3Saucony 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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