
Kiprun
Better than Hoka Torrent 5 at:
- More cushioning (39 vs 35 mm heel stack)

Hoka Torrent 5
$129.95
The better pick if you want:
Merrell Agility Peak 6
$165
The better pick if you want:
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 Torrent 5· leads in 2
Merrell Agility Peak 6· leads in 1
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
Compare features between Hoka Torrent 5 vs Merrell Agility Peak 6
How Hoka Torrent 5 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.
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Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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For value comparison: The Hoka Torrent 5 ($130) offers better affordability compared to the Merrell Agility Peak 6 ($165). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
Both came out in 2026.
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Kiprun
Better than Hoka Torrent 5 at:
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Better than Hoka Torrent 5 at: