Hoka Torrent 5 vs On Cloudvista 2

Hoka Torrent 5

$129.95

On Cloudvista 2

€125

Quick verdict

Hoka Torrent 5

$129.95

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (94 vs 59)
A lighter option (41 g less)
More cushioning (35 vs 31.7 mm heel stack)
Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 3.1 mm)

On Cloudvista 2

€125

The better pick if you want:

To spend $5 less

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 173 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 3

CushioningLightnessGrip

On Cloudvista 2· leads in none

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
35 mmTop 43%
32 mm
Lightness
264 gTop 20%
305 g
Grip
5 mmTop 13%
3.1 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$130Top 22%
$125Top 20%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Torrent 5 vs On Cloudvista 2

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (15)

Essentials

$129.95

€125

June 2026

2024

264 g

305 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Mixed and rough trail terrain

Mixed and all terrain

Daily trail running, shorter races, rough and technical trails

Trail running on mixed terrain and all-terrain trail activities

Cushioning

5 mm

6 mm

35 mm

31.7 mm

30 mm

25.7 mm

EVA foam with a lower-profile, ground-connected ride and no rock plate

Softer Helion™ superfoam for cushioning

Balanced cushioning with good ground feel

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Grip & protection

High-abrasion rubber with 5 mm multi-directional lugs

Sticky Missiongrip™ rubber for traction

Protective toe rand; the foam absorbs rock impacts

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5 mm lugs for grip on loose, muddy and rocky trails

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Upper & fit

Engineered mesh with perforations for breathability and a protective rand

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Gusseted tongue and padded heel collar for a secure midfoot

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On the terrain

How Hoka Torrent 5 vs On Cloudvista 2 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 ground							Average
Hoka Torrent 5							65
On Cloudvista 2							42

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Hoka Torrent 571

Cushioning31/40
Lightness23/35
Smooth roll17/25

On Cloudvista 262

Cushioning25/40
Lightness12/35
Smooth roll25/25

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Which offers better value: Hoka Torrent 5 vs On Cloudvista 2?

For value comparison: The Hoka Torrent 5 ($130) provides premium features compared to the On Cloudvista 2 ($125). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.