TrailRunningCompare
  • Discount Codes
  • Brands
  • Shops
  • Races
  • Trail runners
  • Training
  • Software
Shoes
Socks
Watch
Vest
Running Belt
Poles
Sunglasses
Action Camera
Heart Rate Monitor
Headphones
Headlamp
Nutrition
TrailRunningCompare

Everything for trail runners in one place: compare shoes and gear, plan your races, train with Strava and turn your runs into Instagram stories.

Category
  • Shoes
  • Socks
  • Watch
  • Vest
  • Poles
  • Sunglasses
  • Action Camera
  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • Headphones
  • Headlamp
  • Running Belt
  • Nutrition
Popular Comparison
  • Hoka Tecton X 4 VS Brooks Cascadia Elite
  • Hoka Speedgoat 7 VS Nike ACG Zegama Trail
  • Salomon S/Lab Genesis 2 VS La Sportiva Prodigio 2
  • Garmin Fenix 9 Pro VS Garmin Fenix 8
  • Garmin Forerunner 970 VS Coros Pace Pro
Company
  • About
  • How we score
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
Explore
  • Features
  • Guides
  • Competitions
For Business
  • Business login

© 2026 TrailRunningCompare. All Rights Reserved.
  1. Socks
  2. Smartwool Run Mid Crew vs X-Socks Trail Run Perform

Smartwool Run Mid Crew vs X-Socks Trail Run Perform

Smartwool Run Mid Crew

Smartwool Run Mid Crew

$23
X-Socks Trail Run Perform

X-Socks Trail Run Perform

€30

Quick verdict

Smartwool Run Mid Crew

$23

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $7 less

X-Socks Trail Run Perform

€30

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

SpecsReview5Alternatives5

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

Smartwool Run Mid Crew· leads in 2

FeaturesAffordability

X-Socks Trail Run Perform· leads in 1

Coverage

Tied

Cushioning
  • Cushioning

    2
    2
  • Coverage

    4Top 47%
    5Top 19%
  • Features

    3Top 44%
    2
  • Affordability

    $23
    $30

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Smartwool Run Mid Crew vs X-Socks Trail Run Perform

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Smartwool Run Mid Crew$23X-Socks Trail Run Perform€30

Essentials

$23
€30

Overview

Mini crew
Crew
Light
Light
None
None
Merino wool: no odour, Targeted cushioning at heel and ball, Indestructawool durability, 4 Degree Elite Fit System, Mesh zones for airflow
ToeTip and Heel Protectors, Achilles tendon protection, Air-Conditioning Channel 4.0, X-Cross and Suppronation bandages, Mesh for breathability

Features

No
No
Yes
—
—
Yes

Build & durability

54% merino wool, 43% nylon, 3% elastane
—
Road and trail running
Technical trail running
Ready to buy?
Smartwool Run Mid Crew

Have you used the Smartwool Run Mid Crew before?

Help the community by answering

X-Socks Trail Run Perform

Have you used the X-Socks Trail Run Perform before?

Help the community by answering

Video Reviews

Watch real-world YouTube reviews from content creators and the Trail Running community.

See all 5 video reviews

Smartwool Run Mid Crew

X-Socks Trail Run Perform

No YouTube reviews available for this product yet.

Visual Comparison

See the differences between Smartwool Run Mid Crew and X-Socks Trail Run Perform in a side-by-side slider comparison.

Smartwool Run Mid Crew
X-Socks Trail Run Perform

Comparison Questions

Answers based on product data and key differences.

Ask your own question

Can't find what you're looking for? Ask anything about Smartwool Run Mid Crew vs X-Socks Trail Run Perform and our AI will answer.

Enter to send · Shift+Enter for a new line
Try asking:

Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Smartwool Run Mid Crew vs X-Socks Trail Run Perform?

For value comparison: The Smartwool Run Mid Crew ($23) offers better affordability compared to the X-Socks Trail Run Perform ($30). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Looking for alternatives to Smartwool Run Mid Crew?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

See all alternatives
1Lurbel Traction Pro Four
Lurbel Traction Pro Four

Lurbel

$24.9+$1.90Score 81+14

Better than Smartwool Run Mid Crew at:

  • A higher overall score (81 vs 67)
Compare with Smartwool Run Mid Crew
2Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew
Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew

Injinji

$21−$2Score 80+13

Better than Smartwool Run Mid Crew at:

  • A higher overall score (80 vs 67)
  • To spend $2 less
Compare with Smartwool Run Mid Crew
3Feetures Elite Light Cushion Mini Crew
Feetures Elite Light Cushion Mini Crew

Feetures

$21−$2Score 76+9

Better than Smartwool Run Mid Crew at:

  • A higher overall score (76 vs 67)
  • To spend $2 less
Compare with Smartwool Run Mid Crew

Popular Comparisons

Compare Smartwool Run Mid Crew or X-Socks Trail Run Perform with other top trail running socks from brands such as Smartwool, X-Socks and more.

Lurbel Traction Pro Four
Balega Enduro Quarter
VS
Socks

Lurbel Traction Pro Four

1 – 1

Balega Enduro Quarter

Compare now →
Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew
Drymax Trail Running 1/4 Crew
VS
Socks

Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew

2 – 1

Drymax Trail Running 1/4 Crew

Compare now →
Compressport Pro Racing Socks v4.0 Trail
Lurbel Traction Pro Five Compression
VS
Socks

Compressport Pro Racing Socks v4.0 Trail

1 – 0

Lurbel Traction Pro Five Compression

Compare now →
Darn Tough Run Quarter Ultra-Lightweight Cushion
Smartwool Run Ankle
VS
Socks

Darn Tough Run Quarter Ultra-Lightweight Cushion

2 – 0

Smartwool Run Ankle

Compare now →
Compressport Pro Racing Socks v4.0 Trail
Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew
VS
Socks

Compressport Pro Racing Socks v4.0 Trail

3 – 0

Salomon S/LAB Ultra Crew

Compare now →