
The North Face
Better than Hoka Mafate 5 at:
- A higher overall score (93 vs 90)
- A lighter option (46 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)


Hoka Mafate 5
€179.95
The better pick if you want:
NNormal Kjerag 2
€190
The better pick if you want:
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 Mafate 5· leads in 2
NNormal Kjerag 2· leads in 1
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
Compare features between Hoka Mafate 5 vs NNormal Kjerag 2
How Hoka Mafate 5 vs NNormal Kjerag 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.
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Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
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For value comparison: The Hoka Mafate 5 ($190) provides premium features compared to the NNormal Kjerag 2 ($190). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
The Hoka Mafate 5 is newer: it came out in August 2025, and the NNormal Kjerag 2 in July 2025.
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