Salomon Genesis vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon Genesis

€150

Salomon Ultra Glide 4

€149.95

Quick verdict

Salomon Genesis

€150

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

Salomon Ultra Glide 4

€149.95

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (90 vs 85)
More cushioning (39 vs 33 mm heel stack)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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

Salomon Genesis· leads in 1

Grip

Salomon Ultra Glide 4· leads in 1

Cushioning

Tied

LightnessAffordability

Cushioning
33 mm
39 mmTop 13%
Lightness
275 gTop 31%
275 gTop 31%
Grip
4.5 mmTop 25%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Salomon Genesis vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (13)

Essentials

€150

€149.95

2024

2026

275 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Technical, mixed terrain and rocky paths

Mixed trails and long distances

Technical trail running and everyday mountain training

Long-distance trail running and ultras

Cushioning

8 mm

6 mm

33 mm

39 mm

25 mm

33 mm

Energy Foam cushioning with Active Chassis™ support

optiFOAM cushioning with relieveSPHERE geometry

Moderate cushioning with dynamic support

Maximum cushioning for endurance trail runs

Grip & protection

All Terrain Contagrip® rubber with 4.5 mm lugs

All Terrain Contagrip® rubber with ~4 mm lugs

High foot protection for rocks and obstacles

High foot protection for long runs

All Terrain Contagrip® lugs for grip on mixed and rocky ground

All Terrain Contagrip® for grip on mixed trails

Upper & fit

Matryx® durable textile with breathability and abrasion resistance

Engineered mesh with integrated reinforcements

Standard trail sockliner

OrthoLite® sockliner

Quicklace™ lacing, neutral support, regular width

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On the terrain

How Salomon Genesis vs Salomon Ultra Glide 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
Salomon Genesis							60
Salomon Ultra Glide 4							56

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Salomon Genesis68

Cushioning27/40
Lightness20/35
Smooth roll21/25

Salomon Ultra Glide 483

Cushioning38/40
Lightness20/35
Smooth roll25/25

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Salomon Genesis vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4?

For value comparison: The Salomon Genesis ($150) provides premium features compared to the Salomon Ultra Glide 4 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Salomon Genesis or the Salomon Ultra Glide 4?

The Salomon Ultra Glide 4 is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Salomon Genesis in 2024.

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$150Score 93+8

Better than Salomon Genesis at:

A higher overall score (93 vs 85)
More cushioning (44 vs 33 mm heel stack)

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$150Score 86+1

Better than Salomon Genesis at:

More cushioning (39 vs 33 mm heel stack)
A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

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INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

INOV-8

$150Score 85

Better than Salomon Genesis at:

A lighter option (9 g less)
A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)
Deeper lugs for grip (8 vs 4.5 mm)

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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

Salomon Genesis· leads in 1

Grip

Salomon Ultra Glide 4· leads in 1

Cushioning

Tied

LightnessAffordability

Cushioning
33 mm
39 mmTop 13%
Lightness
275 gTop 31%
275 gTop 31%
Grip
4.5 mmTop 25%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

Pick a ground

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Salomon Genesis vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon Genesis

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Spec profile