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  2. Hoka Speedgoat 7 vs Merrell Agility Peak 6

Hoka Speedgoat 7 vs Merrell Agility Peak 6

Hoka Speedgoat 7

Hoka Speedgoat 7

€159.95
Merrell Agility Peak 6

Merrell Agility Peak 6

$165

Quick verdict

Hoka Speedgoat 7

€159.95

The better pick if you want:

  • A lighter option (6 g less)
  • A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)

Merrell Agility Peak 6

$165

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 Speedgoat 7· leads in 1

Lightness

Merrell Agility Peak 6· leads in none

Tied

CushioningGripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    38 mmTop 23%
    38 mmTop 23%
  • Lightness

    272 gTop 28%
    278 gTop 36%
  • Grip

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

    5 mm
    8 mm
  • Affordability

    $165
    $165

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Speedgoat 7 vs Merrell Agility Peak 6

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Hoka Speedgoat 7€159.95Merrell Agility Peak 6$165

Essentials

€159.95
$165
2025
2026
272 g
278 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical and mixed trail terrain
Technical and mixed trail terrain
Trail running, technical terrain, ultramarathon distances
Trail running, hiking and long outdoor adventures

Cushioning

5 mm
8 mm
38 mm
38 mm
33 mm
30 mm
Supercritical EVA foam with MetaRocker geometry and Active Foot Frame for a responsive, stable ride
FloatPro™ foam midsole for lightweight durable cushioning
Plush yet responsive cushioning with a rockered ride
High, balanced cushioning with padded collar

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with updated Traction Lug geometry and 5 mm lugs
Vibram® MegaGrip rubber with 5 mm Traction Lugs
Gaiter-compatible design to keep out debris, reflective details
Protective rock plate underfoot and TPU overlays
Vibram® Megagrip Traction Lugs for grip on wet and dry technical terrain
Vibram® MegaGrip lugs with FLEXconnect® flex grooves for ground feel

Upper & fit

Lightweight recycled RPET woven textile with stretchy Dynamic Vamp for a more adaptable toe box
Breathable engineered mesh with synthetic and TPU overlays
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Removable footbed with Cleansport NXT™ odor control
Lay-flat tongue with dual gussets, refined heel collar and secure midfoot wrap
Lace-up with bellows tongue and padded collar
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On the terrain

How Hoka Speedgoat 7 vs Merrell Agility Peak 6 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 Speedgoat 768
Merrell Agility Peak 667

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Hoka Speedgoat 774
  • Cushioning36/40
  • Lightness21/35
  • Smooth roll17/25
Merrell Agility Peak 672
  • Cushioning36/40
  • Lightness19/35
  • Smooth roll17/25

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

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Hoka Speedgoat 7

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Hoka Speedgoat 7 vs Merrell Agility Peak 6?

For value comparison: The Hoka Speedgoat 7 ($165) provides premium features compared to the Merrell Agility Peak 6 ($165). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Hoka Speedgoat 7 or the Merrell Agility Peak 6?

The Merrell Agility Peak 6 is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Hoka Speedgoat 7 in 2025.

Looking for alternatives to Hoka Speedgoat 7?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Altra Experience Wild 3 Plus
Altra Experience Wild 3 Plus

Altra

$165Score 65−32
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2LOWA Fortux
LOWA Fortux

LOWA

$161−$4Score 88−9

Better than Hoka Speedgoat 7 at:

  • To spend $4 less
  • A lighter option (12 g less)
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3Craft Endurance Trail
Craft Endurance Trail

Craft

$169.95+$4.95Score 82−15
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