Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs Scarpa Spin Ultra 2

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX

$190

Scarpa Spin Ultra 2

$189

Quick verdict

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX

$190

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (77 vs 71)
More cushioning (36 vs 28 mm heel stack)

Scarpa Spin Ultra 2

$189

The better pick if you want:

To spend $1 less
A lighter option (17 g less)
A lower drop (4 vs 6 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

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX· leads in 1

Cushioning

Scarpa Spin Ultra 2· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

GripAffordability

Cushioning
36 mmTop 35%
28 mm
Lightness
299 g
282 gTop 42%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
4 mm
Affordability
$190
$189

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs Scarpa Spin Ultra 2

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (17)

Essentials

$190

$189

2025

March 2025

299 g

282 g

Overview

Waterproof Max-Cushioned Trail Running Shoe

Trail Running Shoe

wet, muddy and varied trails

Mountain trails and long distances

Long trail runs and ultras in rain, mud and cold

Long mountain runs and ultras

Cushioning

6 mm

4 mm

36 mm

28 mm

30 mm

24 mm

PWRRUN PB foam underfoot framed by PWRRUN for responsive cushioning

Supercritical foam midsole

Maximum cushioning with dry feet in bad weather

Firm, durable cushioning

Grip & protection

Full-coverage Vibram® MegaGrip with 4 mm lugs

Vibram® Megagrip

Waterproof upper and supportive chassis

Printed overlays and toe protection

Vibram® MegaGrip for wet, dry and uneven surfaces

Vibram® Megagrip lugs

Upper & fit

GORE-TEX waterproof, breathable membrane

Breathable mesh with bio-based printed overlays

PWRRUN+ cushioned sockliner

Removable sockliner

Traditional lace closure with secure trail fit

Sock-Fit construction, traditional lacing

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On the terrain

How Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs Scarpa Spin Ultra 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.

Pick a ground							Average
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX							57
Scarpa Spin Ultra 2							58

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX72

Cushioning33/40
Lightness14/35
Smooth roll25/25

Scarpa Spin Ultra 263

Cushioning20/40
Lightness18/35
Smooth roll25/25

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Which offers better value: Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs Scarpa Spin Ultra 2?

For value comparison: The Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX ($190) provides premium features compared to the Scarpa Spin Ultra 2 ($189). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX or the Scarpa Spin Ultra 2?

Both came out in 2025.

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The North Face

$190Score 93+16

Better than Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX at:

A higher overall score (93 vs 77)
A lighter option (30 g less)
Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 4 mm)

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Hoka Mafate 5

Hoka

$190Score 90+13

Better than Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX at:

A higher overall score (90 vs 77)
More cushioning (44 vs 36 mm heel stack)

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Mammut Aenergy Trail Speed Low

Mammut

$190Score 80+3

Better than Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX at:

A higher overall score (80 vs 77)
A lighter option (49 g less)

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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

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX· leads in 1

Cushioning

Scarpa Spin Ultra 2· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

GripAffordability

Cushioning
36 mmTop 35%
28 mm
Lightness
299 g
282 gTop 42%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
4 mm
Affordability
$190
$189

Pick a ground

Average

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX

Scarpa Spin Ultra 2

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs Scarpa Spin Ultra 2

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX

Scarpa Spin Ultra 2

Quick verdict

Spec profile