La Sportiva Akasha 2 vs Topo Ultraventure 4

La Sportiva Akasha 2

$155

Topo Ultraventure 4

$155

Quick verdict

La Sportiva Akasha 2

$155

The better pick if you want:

Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 3.2 mm)

Topo Ultraventure 4

$155

The better pick if you want:

A lighter option (15 g less)
More cushioning (35 vs 31 mm heel stack)

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

La Sportiva Akasha 2· leads in 1

Grip

Topo Ultraventure 4· leads in 2

CushioningLightness

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
31 mm
35 mmTop 43%
Lightness
310 g
295 g
Grip
4.5 mmTop 25%
3.2 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
5 mm
Affordability
$155Top 46%
$155Top 46%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between La Sportiva Akasha 2 vs Topo Ultraventure 4

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (15)

Essentials

$155

2022

2025

310 g

295 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

varied trails, long‑distance routes, ultra runs

Light to moderate trail, road-to-trail transition

Endurance trail running, ultra‑distance runs, long trail training

Trail running, hiking, and light-to-moderate road-to-trail activities

Cushioning

6 mm

5 mm

31 mm

35 mm

25 mm

30 mm

Injected EVA with Cushion Platform™ for enhanced cushioning

ZipFoam™ proprietary springy compound for cushioning and energy return

Soft, breathable and sock‑like upper with large internal volumes

High cushioning with plush underfoot feel

Grip & protection

FriXion® Red dual‑compound with Trail Rocker™ for improved toe‑off

Vibram® XS Trek EVO for multi-surface traction and durability

Dynamic ProTechTion™ front reinforcements

Gaiter compatible for additional debris protection

FriXion® Red compound with strategically placed lugs

Vibram XS Trek EVO multi-surface traction

Upper & fit

Perforated AirMesh with PU leather and Dynamic ProTechTion™ reinforcements

Recycled mesh with PU print for structure and durability

Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running ergonomic footbed

Ortholite performance insole with anti-microbial properties

Traditional lace closure

Roomy anatomical toe box, neutral midfoot and heel support

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On the terrain

How La Sportiva Akasha 2 vs Topo Ultraventure 4 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
La Sportiva Akasha 2							57
Topo Ultraventure 4							47

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

La Sportiva Akasha 256

Cushioning24/40
Lightness11/35
Smooth roll21/25

Topo Ultraventure 471

Cushioning31/40
Lightness15/35
Smooth roll25/25

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La Sportiva Akasha 2

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Which offers better value: La Sportiva Akasha 2 vs Topo Ultraventure 4?

For value comparison: The La Sportiva Akasha 2 ($155) provides premium features compared to the Topo Ultraventure 4 ($155). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the La Sportiva Akasha 2 or the Topo Ultraventure 4?

The Topo Ultraventure 4 is newer: it came out in 2025, and the La Sportiva Akasha 2 in 2022.

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Topo Mtn Racer 4

Topo

$155Score 82+11

Better than La Sportiva Akasha 2 at:

A higher overall score (82 vs 71)
A lighter option (15 g less)
More cushioning (33 vs 31 mm heel stack)

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Diadora Nucleo 2 GR

Diadora

$155Score 74+3

Better than La Sportiva Akasha 2 at:

A higher overall score (74 vs 71)
More cushioning (37 vs 31 mm heel stack)

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Nike ACG Pegasus Trail

Nike

$155Score 73+2

Better than La Sportiva Akasha 2 at:

A lighter option (24 g less)
More cushioning (35 vs 31 mm heel stack)

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Shoes

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

La Sportiva Akasha 2· leads in 1

Grip

Topo Ultraventure 4· leads in 2

CushioningLightness

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
31 mm
35 mmTop 43%
Lightness
310 g
295 g
Grip
4.5 mmTop 25%
3.2 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
5 mm
Affordability
$155Top 46%
$155Top 46%

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La Sportiva Akasha 2

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La Sportiva Akasha 2 vs Topo Ultraventure 4

La Sportiva Akasha 2

Topo Ultraventure 4

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