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  2. Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

Kailas Fuga Ex 330

Kailas Fuga Ex 330

$199
Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

$200

Quick verdict

Kailas Fuga Ex 330

$199

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (97 vs 87)
  • To spend $1 less
  • More cushioning (39 vs 25 mm heel stack)

Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

$200

The better pick if you want:

  • A lighter option (75 g less)
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

Kailas Fuga Ex 330· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Merrell MTL Skyfire 2· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 13%
    25 mm
  • Lightness

    285 gTop 46%
    210 gTop 1%
  • Grip

    6 mmTop 3%
    5 mmTop 13%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $199
    $200

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

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Feature
Kailas Fuga Ex 330$199Merrell MTL Skyfire 2$200

Essentials

$199
$200
2025
April 2023
285 g
210 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Mixed terrain, ultra-long distance
Technical trails
Ultra-distance trail running, long mixed terrain runs
Fast technical trail running and racing

Cushioning

5 mm
6 mm
39 mm
25 mm
34 mm
19 mm
Supercritical foam midsole for enhanced cushioning and rebound (≈21% thicker, 23% more rebound vs prior gen)
Dual density FloatPro™ foam
High-airflow mesh and supercritical foam for long-distance cushioning
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Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with Traction Lug and Litebase technology for strong grip and lightweight performance
Vibram® MegaGrip high performance rubber
Ergonomic design with mud-draining channels
—
Dual-depth 4/6 mm lugs for precise traction on varied terrain
—

Upper & fit

XDiMESH multidimensional engineered mesh for increased breathability and durability
—
Breathable anti-bacterial lining
EVA foam footbed
AWS 3.0 two-section lace tightening system for secure fit
—
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On the terrain

How Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Merrell MTL Skyfire 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 groundAverage
Kailas Fuga Ex 33075
Merrell MTL Skyfire 274

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Kailas Fuga Ex 33064
  • Cushioning38/40
  • Lightness18/35
  • Smooth roll8/25
Merrell MTL Skyfire 272
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness35/35
  • Smooth roll17/25

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

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Video Reviews

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Kailas Fuga Ex 330

Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

Visual Comparison

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Kailas Fuga Ex 330
Merrell MTL Skyfire 2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Kailas Fuga Ex 330 vs Merrell MTL Skyfire 2?

For value comparison: The Kailas Fuga Ex 330 ($199) offers better affordability compared to the Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 ($200). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Kailas Fuga Ex 330 or the Merrell MTL Skyfire 2?

The Kailas Fuga Ex 330 is newer: it came out in 2025, and the Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 in April 2023.

Looking for alternatives to Kailas Fuga Ex 330?

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1Kiprun Kipsummit Race
Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Kiprun

$199.99+$0.99Score 91−6

Better than Kailas Fuga Ex 330 at:

  • A lighter option (30 g less)
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2NNormal Kjerag Brut
NNormal Kjerag Brut

NNormal

$200+$1Score 91−6

Better than Kailas Fuga Ex 330 at:

  • A lighter option (55 g less)
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3Salomon S/Lab Genesis 2
Salomon S/Lab Genesis 2

Salomon

$200+$1Score 84−13

Better than Kailas Fuga Ex 330 at:

  • A lighter option (21 g less)
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