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  2. New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 vs Saucony Peregrine 16

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 vs Saucony Peregrine 16

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9

€159.95
Saucony Peregrine 16

Saucony Peregrine 16

$160

Quick verdict

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9

€159.95

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (88 vs 77)
  • More cushioning (42 vs 33 mm heel stack)

Saucony Peregrine 16

$160

The better pick if you want:

  • A lighter option (24 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

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Saucony Peregrine 16· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    42 mmTop 4%
    33 mm
  • Lightness

    306 g
    282 gTop 42%
  • Grip

    4.5 mmTop 25%
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    4 mm
    4 mm
  • Affordability

    $160
    $160

Technical Specifications

Compare features between New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 vs Saucony Peregrine 16

Best value in this comparison
Feature
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9€159.95Saucony Peregrine 16$160

Essentials

€159.95
$160
2025
2026
306 g
282 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Trails and rugged terrain
technical and varied trails
Trail running, hiking, and outdoor adventure
Trail running, technical terrain, long trail days

Cushioning

4 mm
4 mm
42 mm
33 mm
38 mm
29 mm
Dual-density Fresh Foam X: plush top layer for comfort, firmer bottom layer for stability
PWRRUN foam with PWRRUN+ sockliner for cushioning and energy return
High, plush stack for long days on the trail
Enhanced cushioning with soft, resilient foam

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with 4.5 mm Traction Lugs™ and micro-traction details
Full-coverage Vibram Megagrip with 4 mm lugs for traction and durability
Toe Protect layer against rocks, roots and debris
Rock Guard plate for underfoot protection against rocks and roots
Broader, deeper lugs for grip on wet and dry terrain
Vibram Megagrip outsole for grip on dry, wet, rocky, and loose surfaces

Upper & fit

Engineered mesh with protective overlays
Abrasion-resistant engineered mesh with protective overlays and gaiter compatibility
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PWRRUN+ cushioned insole for added comfort
Gusseted tongue to keep out debris, traditional laces
Traditional lace closure with snug trail fit
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On the terrain

How New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 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
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v960
Saucony Peregrine 1658

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v973
  • Cushioning40/40
  • Lightness12/35
  • Smooth roll21/25
Saucony Peregrine 1670
  • Cushioning27/40
  • Lightness18/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9

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Video Reviews

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New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9

Saucony Peregrine 16

Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 vs Saucony Peregrine 16?

For value comparison: The New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 ($160) provides premium features compared to the Saucony Peregrine 16 ($160). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 or the Saucony Peregrine 16?

The Saucony Peregrine 16 is newer: it came out in 2026, and the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 in 2025.

Looking for alternatives to New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9?

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1INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2
INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2

INOV-8

$160Score 87−1

Better than New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 at:

  • A lighter option (64 g less)
  • A lower drop (0 vs 4 mm)
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2Asics Blazeblast
Asics Blazeblast

Asics

$160Score 86−2

Better than New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 at:

  • A lighter option (54 g less)
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3INOV-8 Trailtalon
INOV-8 Trailtalon

INOV-8

$160Score 86−2

Better than New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 at:

  • A lighter option (30 g less)
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