Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew vs Smartwool Run Mid Crew

Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew

€30

Smartwool Run Mid Crew

$23

Quick verdict

Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew

€30

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

Smartwool Run Mid Crew

$23

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (67 vs 58)
To spend $7 less

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 16 products in Socks on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

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Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew· leads in 1

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Smartwool Run Mid Crew· leads in 3

CushioningFeaturesAffordability

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Coverage
5Top 19%
4Top 47%
Features
2
3Top 44%
Affordability
$30
$23

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew vs Smartwool Run Mid Crew

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (10)

Essentials

€30

$23

Overview

Crew

Mini crew

Thin

Light

None

Ultra-thin: only 18 g, Light compression at the ankle, Silicone forefoot bands against sliding, Flat seams at the toe, Made with François D'Haene

Merino wool: no odour, Targeted cushioning at heel and ball, Indestructawool durability, 4 Degree Elite Fit System, Mesh zones for airflow

Features

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Yes

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Build & durability

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54% merino wool, 43% nylon, 3% elastane

18 g

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Ultra trail with a close-fitting shoe

Road and trail running

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Which offers better value: Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew vs Smartwool Run Mid Crew?

For value comparison: The Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew ($30) provides premium features compared to the Smartwool Run Mid Crew ($23). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

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$30Score 65+7

Better than Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew at:

A higher overall score (65 vs 58)

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Lurbel Traction Pro Five Compression

Lurbel

$28.9−$1.10Score 87+29

Better than Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew at:

A higher overall score (87 vs 58)
To spend $1.10 less

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Lurbel Desafio Five Compression

Lurbel

$26.9−$3.10Score 98+40

Better than Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew at:

A higher overall score (98 vs 58)
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Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 16 products in Socks on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew· leads in 1

Coverage

Smartwool Run Mid Crew· leads in 3

CushioningFeaturesAffordability

Cushioning
1
2
Coverage
5Top 19%
4Top 47%
Features
2
3Top 44%
Affordability
$30
$23

Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew vs Smartwool Run Mid Crew

Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew

Smartwool Run Mid Crew

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