Hoka Torrent 5 vs Joma TR-5

Hoka Torrent 5

$129.95

Joma TR-5

€132

Quick verdict

Hoka Torrent 5

$129.95

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (94 vs 83)
To spend $2 less
A lighter option (5 g less)

Joma TR-5

€132

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

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 2

LightnessGrip

Joma TR-5· leads in none

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
35 mmTop 43%
No data
Lightness
264 gTop 20%
269 gTop 25%
Grip
5 mmTop 13%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm
5 mm
Affordability
$130Top 22%
$132Top 22%

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Torrent 5 vs Joma TR-5

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (14)

Essentials

$129.95

€132

June 2026

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264 g

269 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Mixed and rough trail terrain

Technical and medium trail terrain

Daily trail running, shorter races, rough and technical trails

Trail running on technical and medium terrain

Cushioning

5 mm

35 mm

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30 mm

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

FLY REACTIVE midsole for reactive cushioning

Balanced cushioning with good ground feel

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Grip & protection

High-abrasion rubber with 5 mm multi-directional lugs

DURABILITY rubber with 4mm lugs for grip

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 Joma TR-5 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
Joma TR-5							55

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

Joma TR-569

Cushioning22/40
Lightness22/35
Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, assumed average.

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

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Which offers better value: Hoka Torrent 5 vs Joma TR-5?

For value comparison: The Hoka Torrent 5 ($130) offers better affordability compared to the Joma TR-5 ($132). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.