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  2. Hoka Mafate Speed 4 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX

Hoka Mafate Speed 4 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX

Hoka Mafate Speed 4

Hoka Mafate Speed 4

€180
Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX

Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX

$180
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Spec profile

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Hoka Mafate Speed 4· leads in 1

Cushioning

Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX· leads in 1

Grip

Tied

LightnessAffordability
  • Cushioning

    33 mm
    32 mm
  • Lightness

    295 g
    296 g
  • Grip

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

    4 mm
    4 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $180

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Mafate Speed 4 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Hoka Mafate Speed 4€180Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX$180

Essentials

€180
$180
2022
2026
295 g
296 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Waterproof Trail Running Shoe
rocky and technical mountain terrain
wet, muddy and technical trails
Ultras and technical mountain running
Rainy, muddy and winter trail running

Cushioning

4 mm
4 mm
33 mm
32 mm
29 mm
28 mm
ProFly+ cushioning midsole
PWRRUN foam with extra cushioning
Cushioned ride for long mountain days
Dry feet with cushioned daily-trainer comfort

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with aggressive multidirectional lugs
Full-coverage Vibram® Megagrip with 4 mm lugs
Durable upper overlays and high stack underfoot protection
Rubber toe cap and reinforced high-abrasion zones
3.9 mm Vibram® Megagrip lugs
Vibram® Megagrip for wet and dry surfaces

Upper & fit

Engineered mesh with reinforced overlays
GORE-TEX Invisible Fit waterproof, breathable membrane with abrasion protection
Removable sockliner
PWRRUN+ insole
Traditional lacing with reinforced midfoot
Traditional lace closure with snug trail fit
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On the terrain

How Hoka Mafate Speed 4 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX 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 Speed 456
Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX56

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Hoka Mafate Speed 467
  • Cushioning27/40
  • Lightness15/35
  • Smooth roll25/25
Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX65
  • Cushioning25/40
  • Lightness15/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Hoka Mafate Speed 4 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX?

For value comparison: The Hoka Mafate Speed 4 ($180) provides premium features compared to the Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX ($180). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Hoka Mafate Speed 4 or the Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX?

The Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Hoka Mafate Speed 4 in 2022.

Looking for alternatives to Hoka Mafate Speed 4?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Asics Fujispeed 4
Asics Fujispeed 4

Asics

$180Score 91+22

Better than Hoka Mafate Speed 4 at:

  • A higher overall score (91 vs 69)
  • A lighter option (55 g less)
  • More cushioning (43 vs 33 mm heel stack)
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2Nike ACG Zegama Trail
Nike ACG Zegama Trail

Nike

$180Score 82+13

Better than Hoka Mafate Speed 4 at:

  • A higher overall score (82 vs 69)
  • More cushioning (36 vs 33 mm heel stack)
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3Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

Icebug

$180Score 77+8

Better than Hoka Mafate Speed 4 at:

  • A higher overall score (77 vs 69)
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