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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)
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX
$190
The North Face Offtrail Ultra
$190
Quick verdict
Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX
$190
The better pick if you want:
No clear advantage on the specs we track.
The North Face Offtrail Ultra
$190
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (93 vs 77)
- A lighter option (30 g less)
- Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 4 mm)
Spec profile
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Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX· leads in 1
Cushioning
The North Face Offtrail Ultra· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Tied
Affordability
Cushioning
36 mmTop 35%35 mmTop 43%Lightness
299 g269 gTop 25%Grip
4 mmTop 50%5 mmTop 13%Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm6 mmAffordability
$190$190
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs The North Face Offtrail Ultra
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Essentials
$190
$190
2025
July 2026
299 g
269 g
Overview
Waterproof Max-Cushioned Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
wet, muddy and varied trails
mixed trails
Long trail runs and ultras in rain, mud and cold
Ultra distance training and racing
Cushioning
6 mm
6 mm
36 mm
35 mm
30 mm
29 mm
PWRRUN PB foam underfoot framed by PWRRUN for responsive cushioning
Cushioned midsole
Maximum cushioning with dry feet in bad weather
Balanced cushioning for long distances
Grip & protection
Full-coverage Vibram® MegaGrip with 4 mm lugs
SURFACE CTRL™ rubber outsole
Waterproof upper and supportive chassis
Protective toe cap
Vibram® MegaGrip for wet, dry and uneven surfaces
Multidirectional lugs
Upper & fit
GORE-TEX waterproof, breathable membrane
Engineered mesh upper
PWRRUN+ cushioned sockliner
Removable sockliner
Traditional lace closure with secure trail fit
Traditional lacing
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On the terrain
How Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs The North Face Offtrail Ultra 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 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | |||||||
| The North Face Offtrail Ultra | 64 |
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
The North Face Offtrail Ultra70
- Cushioning31/40
- Lightness22/35
- Smooth roll17/25
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Which offers better value: Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX vs The North Face Offtrail Ultra?
For value comparison: The Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX ($190) provides premium features compared to the The North Face Offtrail Ultra ($190). 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 The North Face Offtrail Ultra?
The The North Face Offtrail Ultra is newer: it came out in July 2026, and the Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX in 2025.
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