Saucony Xodus Ultra 4

The Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 is a highly cushioned trail running shoe with PWRRUN PB midsole, Vibram MegaGrip traction, and durable ripstop upper designed for ultra-distance trail running.

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5 video reviews

$170

Pricier than 57% of shoes · category average ≈ $167

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Key specs

Weight: 309 g
Drop: 6 mm
Heel Stack: 36 mm
Forefoot Stack: 30 mm

Best for: Trail running, ultra distances, long-haul adventures

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

Weak points

Lightness

Cushioning
36 mmTop 35%
Lightness
309 g
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
Affordability
$170

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

$170

2025

309 g

Overview

Max-Cushioned Trail Running Shoe

varied and technical trails

Trail running, ultra distances, long-haul adventures

Cushioning

6 mm

36 mm

30 mm

PWRRUN PB foam underfoot framed by PWRRUN for responsive cushioning and protection

Maximum cushioning for long-distance comfort and reduced fatigue

Grip & protection

Full-coverage Vibram MegaGrip with 4 mm lugs for superior traction on rugged terrain

Reinforced upper and supportive chassis for protection on long runs

Vibram MegaGrip outsole provides confident grip on dry, wet, and uneven surfaces

Upper & fit

Durable ripstop engineered mesh with abrasion-resistant reinforcements

PWRRUN+ cushioned sockliner for added comfort

Traditional lace closure with secure trail fit

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On the terrain

How Saucony Xodus Ultra 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.

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FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Saucony Xodus Ultra 469

Cushioning33/40
Lightness11/35
Smooth roll25/25

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The Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 was released in 2025.

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A higher overall score (91 vs 75)
A lighter option (31 g less)
More cushioning (44 vs 36 mm heel stack)

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Better than Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 at:

A higher overall score (85 vs 75)
A lighter option (74 g less)
A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)

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Popular Comparisons

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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

Weak points

Lightness

Cushioning
36 mmTop 35%
Lightness
309 g
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
Affordability
$170

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