WHICH HOKA SHOE IS BEST FOR YOU? | Full HOKA ONE ONE Lineup Review

We totally understand how confusing it is to figure out which HOKA ONE ONE shoe works for you. Thomas and Robbe walk you through the ProFly and ProGlide collections and break down the standout shoes from each. From daily trainers to racing shoes, from the Rocket X to the Clifton Edge, find out which shoe works best for you.
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[@afs1476]

If it wasn't for shoes like the Hoka Bondi 7 , at 65 years old and running since 1979 , I would be "done" . Never needed the extra cushion and stability when I was younger , but definitely need it now or I suffer for it. Where younger runners are talking about PRs , race day , tempo runs , recovery runs , threshold runs and all that jazz, my goal is to make it 5 miles without cardiac arrhythmia , cardiac arrest and more common avoiding plantar fasciitis . How's that for a PR .

[@Shudikan90]

@@christopherflynn843 I don't care that you don't care.

[@DaOtisElevator]

Cringe

[@newpatchincoming6574]

Great comment

[@afs1476]

@@Shudikan90 I don't care ,that you don't care, that I don't care

[@Shudikan90]

@@afs1476 I knew that was gonna pop up eventually. The person I said that too ended up deleting their comment...lol

[@Bwianman85]

I'm no runner. I'm a very tall, fat guy but I own the Clifton 8's for everyday walking and errands. Seriously the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. I don't know if these shoes are made for big people or not but I've always found so much comfort in Hoka and NB. Fantastic shoes

[@razorchuckles]

Same build as you. I am not a runner at all, but I need comfortable shoes for working all day on my feet. Just ordered a pair of Clifton 8's yesterday - can't wait for them to arrive!

[@nevilleharding2351]

Hoka one one is a French company but the name is Maori (Polynesian language native to New Zealand). I only know this because I live here and they make it quite clear in their advertising.

[@Mojavehixon]

They are under the Deckers Outdoor Corp. umbrella along with UGG, TEVA, and Sanuk also!

[@nevilleharding2351]

@@Mojavehixon they are now but were originally a French company who set up the brand and name

[@baltsu]

Hoka One One means to fly in Maori. That is why their slogan is Time to fly.

[@Mojavehixon]

@@nevilleharding2351 oh radical! had no idea.

[@dannyj1983]

"If you don't want to feel anything, this is your prozac"😂 Hoka should adopt that phrase.

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

Made me lol too 🤣🤣

[@pocopico7409]

What a helpful video this still is. Even though it's about 7 months old, it still gave me the information I needed to help make a decision for me. Thanks for going through all these. Hoka makes so many athletic shoes, it's hard to keep them all straight!

[@cross123ish]

I’m a Bodybuilder, 5’9’’ 265, I was having problems with leg pain, after 40 years of training hard and heavy 5 days a week, I could not do any cardio or even a short walks….my Doctor recommended compression shocks and HOKA tennis shoes….I choose Bondi 7….I’m now doing 30 to 40 minutes of cardio after weight training….AMAZING SHOES…I still have some problem but it’s 90% better then before…I use to only wear Jordans, now I only wear HOKA.

[@chandlerrodriguez7670]

Feel so bad for the dude on the right....always getting interrupted 😬

[@Believeintherun]

There are more reasons to feel bad for Robbe.

[@nollys8523]

@@Believeintherun so cruel 😂😂😂

[@racharina]

@@Believeintherun 🤣🤣🤣

[@kosmosbjm]

The guy with glasses is sometimes talking over or seems to quickly ignore what Robbie is saying. Robbie is much more polite and listens to and politely acknowledges what the glasses guy has to say.

[@elenitadidier2814]

I love Bondi 6 , I have 4 pairs of them , I am walking and on my feet for 8 hours 4 days in a week as a health care worker I love the cusioning really support my flat feet and my bunion, and BONDI 6 is really really light like walking in the clouds because of the lightness and a very good quality. l Iove it I will not change my bondi, I will buy the same shoes again and again.

[@markbritton844]

I have about 320 miles on my Bondi 7s and absolutely love them! I also have a pair of Mach 4s that I used for a marathon, have about 60 miles on them and like them as well.

[@slappymcface5681]

Just got fitted into my first pair of Hokas. I’ve ran primarily in Newton Kismets for several years and this is the first time someone recommended the hokas to me. I always saw them at the running store, can’t wait for the first run later today. Hoka One One Arahi.

[@scottyb7032]

Clifton fan. Thinking of moving to Mach 4 & CX2. Thanks for the input BITR.

[@Believeintherun]

Greatest combo since the whopper and fries.

[@briannehutchinson855]

"If you just don't want to feel anything, this is your Prozac." That line alone is why I'm choosing the Bondi for my first Hoka shoe! Thanks. Great video!

[@martinmcgrath1985]

Fav running shoe vid..I’ve had three hokas..mach 4 my fave, carbon x2 great for racing, rincon 3 I loved BUT wore too easily.

[@dagmaral]

Can’t wait to try the Mach.

[@Jaragreene]

I never thought of getting a shoe specifically for recovery runs, but that kind of sounds dope to get a prozac shoe 😂

[@JogforJoy]

Great review guys! Thanks for your amazing work! I'm hoping to see similar review, but for Hoka's trail running shoes as well :)

[@ptej348]

Great video summarising the HOKA brand. Just what I wanted! Thank you. 😃 I’d love to see you doing more such videos on the other famous brands like Brooks, Nike, Adidas, Saucony, ASICS etc.

[@Tracitini333]

I bought the Brooks Ghost I walk on concrete floors all day and have high arches with heel pain Achilles pain and shin splints and they hurt my feet.. I'm looking into getting a pair of Hoka. Good luck 🤞 Quick note. Amazon has a program with prime membership that you can try before you buy. Lots of different choices in shoes..

[@RNeden]

The dual foam on the Mach 4 makes me think of what ASICS did with the GlideRide. Can’t wait for March 2021! 🏃

[@HH-gv8mx]

Glideride or bondi8 which one offers more of a rocker style to keep the pressure off the big toes?

[@judyanundson3588]

Misery heal pain. At 66 this shoe saved my foot! Best shoe I’ve ever bought!!

[@garystewart5315]

Rinsed a pair of new balance 1080v1s almost did my knees in. Now running in Rincon 2 and they have been brilliant. Love the higher rake of the shoe, really helps propel you forward and the lightness is amazing.

[@morrispet]

Even in 1/2023, this was really helpful to me trying to decide which show to get. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@mlikiceteamilky9939]

I bought myself 1 pair of Hoka Bondi 8 totally Black, and I feel like I just bought me a Rolls-Royce, I love it.

[@Sam-ss5hd]

Have a love hate relationship with my Clifton 6s. So comfy and responsive yet just don't get that much support and tend to always get blisters with them. Not had that problem with other shoes.

[@slundgr]

I had Clifton 6 but went to Bondi because there’s less forefoot cushioning in the Clifton 6 than the Clifton 4 I used to use.

[@nizam_mr]

A Clifton6 runner. Enjoyed the cush on it, and it helped me reached my 1st ever HM distance. Despite it already reached 1155km, im holding back from getting C7 as i want to try Mach4 (4months to go >_>)

[@johnbarrows1499]

I’ve owned Hoka waterproof & Sneakers for over 7 years! Expensive but, your feet and back will love you!

[@tmoney3198]

I use the Bondi for long runs on pavement to save the legs; the Rincoln for tempo days or basically whenever; Torrent for trails.

[@Believeintherun]

Great lineup

[@slundgr]

I wear the Bondi. What is the difference between Bondi and Rincon?

[@tmoney3198]

@@slundgr the Rincoln is much lighter and definitely does not have the stack height as the Bondi does. I use the Bondi for long runs and even daily runs when I’m just taking it easy, as it offers more cushion to preserve the joints. I use the Rincoln on my other daily runs when I’m pushing the pace or doing progressive/tempo runs. Thankfully I’ve not had any major injuries, knee or otherwise, but want to remain that way. For me, I try to use the Bondi as much as possible, when on pavement, in hopes of being able to run for all the years to come. Btw, the Rincoln does offer considerable cushioning for as light as it is and I’ve never experienced any issues with them. Simply put, I love them both and will always have them in my rotation. 😃

[@slundgr]

@@tmoney3198 Thank you very much for the information. I don't run anymore after two ankle surgeries, but I walk every day, often on sidewalks, so I think I will stick with the Bondi. It's light enough for me and has worked for me so far. I like to know what options might be available. Thanks again.

[@frederichauge9032]

I work retail and I wear the Gaviota 4. I have flat feet and don't wear insoles, so the stability of the Gaviota is very welcome for me because it is a stability shoe. If I were to wear arch-support insoles or custom orthotics I would definitely opt for the Bondi 8 (specifically the goblin-blue-colored one).

[@milesbrown6948]

Thanks for this comment Frederic. I have extremely flat feet and some Hoka models I have tried have too much arch support for me. My speedgoats have been life changing for hiking so I'm trying to figure out what the non-trail equivalent is.

[@frederichauge9032]

@@milesbrown6948 I would say the Clifton with some arch support insoles would work best if you have tried either of them already. Both the Clifton and the Speedgoat have neutral stability and a balanced cushion. I say arch support insoles because the midsole is uniform in density, there is no medial arch support to prevent overpronation. It almost surprises me that the Speedgoats worked for you considering it had neutral stability (meaning the entire midsole is the same). My best guess would simply be that since the speedgoats are meant for hiking/trail running, you're really only using them for softer trails and not concrete. Hiking trails are--in general--easier on your feet and I imagine that is also making a difference for you. But it's really important to take what I say with a grain of salt. Everyone's feet are different and I'm not an orthopedic doctor. I just sell shoes for a living, which only started recently.

[@PatrickHenryLibertyorDeath]

Just did my first run in these. Very pleased. At 200lbs, these were a joy. Think I have a new brand.

[@JoshGonzalez93]

Which ones did you run in ?

[@alecwesterholm9122]

The Clifton 7 are awesome

[@joelcampbell8161]

Great round up! Also really loving the podcast. It would be great if you could do more than one per week. I’d like one for every run.

[@Believeintherun]

Scott Fauble this week!

[@runhanrunnl]

The Hoka One One (whereby the 1 1 is not French! - The shoes are named after the Maori language phrase loosely meaning "fly over the earth") for me is without a doubt the Evo Speedgoat. Followed by the Rincon and the Bondi. Saving up for the Carbon X II.

[@raysollarsthehappyjogger5907]

Today I ordered the Bondi 6 on clearance. I now have a full Hoka rotation for my needs. I have the Mach 4, Clifton 7, and the Challenger ATR 6.

[@itamarbenabu9451]

What do you think on the mach 4 for intervals on treadmill workout ?

[@chriswalls5831]

My new idea these in slides sandals

[@masterbeernuts9344]

Dear God. Let the guy on the right finish 1 bloody sentence.

[@keitheager6023]

This is the best sneaker channel of all the sneaker channels. 🌟

[@tidus37]

I love the Bondi, it was recommended to me by my podiatrist

[@ErickkkR]

Thanks to this video now I know which HOKA to buy, of course the Bondi

[@jefejeffwell1113]

As a bodybuilder and runner, I’m interested in the Bondi. I have tried some Hoka’s but really haven’t enjoyed the ride as much as some of the NB lineup, or even the Skechers I’ve tried. Thanks for the reviews!

[@Familyandmuscle]

Same boat Brotha which ones did you get?

[@jefejeffwell1113]

@@Familyandmuscle I got the Carbon x2 and the Rincon’s. The X2’s feel okay sometimes on faster runs, but the Rincon’s feel like they’re made with lead 😂

[@benjaminwelkens8118]

i really really really appreciate the honesty

[@MattSwain1]

I was late to the Hoka party, the Clifton 6 was my first and is easily my favourite running shoe of all time. I tried the Rincon on the promise of it being like the Clifton but lighter but not for me, still a good shoe though. Have recently got a pair of the new Rocket X, first impressions are really good but haven’t done any serious miles in them yet to be able to say what sort of runs I will use them for.

[@sbh196]

Such a good review!!! Best review channel there is. Thank you so much, you have decided on my next shoe... or 2 haha

[@enkidu2562]

They had GOAT and speedgoat right there for the dovetail!

[@Believeintherun]

Swing and a miss

[@chiongchinchin]

When I heard about the 200 lbs... I knew I was sold.

[@mmsculley958]

What 200lbs

[@lyel9781]

@@mmsculley958 when he was talking about the bondi 7s he said they are great for people that weigh over 200lbs and flatten the midsole over time

[@mmsculley958]

@@lyel9781 what do you mean by flatten ping the midsole, is that bad?

[@JO-mg6xc]

My brother tried an anti-microbial shoe insole called PodoPhylus. It works! No more smelly feet!

[@jesse1008]

You guys were very helpful thank you

[@iantrid125]

Any reviews on the ARAHI 4?

[@brittanyc3282]

"full hoka lineup" I think yall meant "neutral hoka road running lineup"

[@JeffRElliott]

Loving this in depth review of their line, I bought three pair of the Clifton 6 and had the same opinion of the Bondi. Excited about the profly things, specifically the new Mach.

[@tonypotter9578]

Full Mach’s for the Mach 4. Wish Hoka would release it sooner!

[@RK_peace]

“If you don’t wanna feel anything then this is your Prozac” lol

[@malaikabaxa8556]

such a useful thorough review thank you!

[@FNGACADEMY]

im not sure what to do with my hands - Ricky Bobby

[@Ben_here_b4]

“This is your Prozac” 😂😂😂

[@MedusaCharms]

hoka one one gaviota 3 helps me walk 30,000 steps a day. Its like walking on clouds.

[@JackBurton3963]

I was diagnosed with Bilateral Hallux Limitus (toe pain on flexion) and not sure what shoes are most suitable.

[@williamdemott7731]

I started with an early Clifton and switched to Rincon. Compared to Rincon, Clifton felt slow and clunky. Maybe I'll try the Rocket for racing. I am 5'11" about 152 pounds and just turned 75 years old. My 5 k time is around 25:00, about 9 and a half minutes slower than when I was 18 years old.

[@HH-gv8mx]

I am an avid runner, and I’ve been wearing ASICS gel Nimbus and the gel cumulus for decades now. But in the last year, I’ve developed serious pain in the joint of my big toe. It makes it very uncomfortable to even walk let alone run. I believe it’s inflammation in the joint f the big toe from overuse aka Hallux Rigidus. Because I’m not gonna stay off my feet and I won’t stop running until I have to stop running, I am looking for a shoe that has a more rocker style that keeps the pressure off the toes. I read somewhere that the hookah Bond is a good shoe for that. I don’t know who sells them in my area, so I’m just going to order them online, but is this the best shoe that offers of more glider rocker style that alleviates pressure on the toes?

[@ajayrandhawa1953]

Fab review boyz !! TY..

[@gpa7153]

Great information, thanks guys.

[@noahdalton-schneider8370]

The amount of times Thomas interrupts Robby is comical. Might as well do the show by yourself

[@claudiapazsoto8661]

What Hoka shoes would you recommend for Achilles tendinitis and plantas fasciitis?

[@lora_ine1835]

That's also my question. Hope someone can recommend considering I'm working in a 12 to 16hr shift

[@mikaelelofsson5790]

Like to speed up time to 1st of March

[@joaqpani8719]

Thanks guy, pretty good chanel. Just started running 5-6 months ago and already running between 170-220 KM per month. So excited about this sport and about to get my first pair of Hokas. Thinking of the Mach 4 or Clifton 7 for every day. Heard that Rincon 2 doesn’t last that long. What do you think?

[@Believeintherun]

Either of those shoes would work great. Mach 4 for sure.

[@crashtestjustin]

Carbon X2 vs Rocket X. Which is a better racer/speed shoe for taller/heavier runners? Anything from 5k to marathon….

[@thepleiades6992]

They look comfortable, looking forward to buy it 😍

[@MrClemmo13]

For a shoe that I’m wearing 99% each day for general daily walking out and about and also for the gym, which Hoka would you recommend?

[@markkalendr4691]

Which one is the best for walking and long standing?

[@irunovermountains]

Why did Hoka throw the Mach 4 out for reviews so many months before it's release? They're a big tease

[@Believeintherun]

HOKA doesn't have embargoes on shoes (which we love). We have a ton of other shoes from other brands that we're not allowed to show until January.

[@irunovermountains]

@@Believeintherun Now you're the big tease 😱 Looking forward to the review

[@thebarbermitch]

Which would be your favorite for a runner with collapsed arches. I own the Clifton 7’s currently and am training for a half marathon. Started getting pain in the plantar fascia once I started adding tempo runs in.

[@SoutheastSam3]

Do y'all think the Mach 4 is coming in wide?

[@mineola57]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@ronmagierka4745]

Hoka Mach 4 or Skechers Excess? Needed not so much for speed workouts anymore but protection for new hip. Max distance would be 10k. Spend my pension $$......

[@gabesalvador]

Love the video! Where does the Torrent 2 fall under, is it the Mach 4 for trail?

[@Believeintherun]

Probably the closest comparison, yes.

[@shangrila73eldorado]

What Hoka would you recommend for a middle-aged guy, 170 pounds, heel striker, prone to injury?

[@brushogun2051]

If youre a heel striker try a hoka with a bubble butt

[@shangrila73eldorado]

@@brushogun2051 bubble butts are nice, thank you

[@Samjs916]

Probably gaviota or arahi. Both are stability models. Gaviota is max cushion like the bondi, arahi is medium cushion like the clifton. Stability shoes are good for those prone to injury, though not always the only option. The bondi and bondi x have the most cushion in the heel for heel strikers.

[@arnadalijagic9412]

Great review guys. How about reviewing Hoks`s trail options?

[@Believeintherun]

Our trail crew is in the west. We’d have to fly them out. 🤔

[@wilsonpadilla3577]

I have tried the carbon x and I love it.

[@szabolcsgavaller9972]

TenNine is the king of the desert. Only drawback is you absolutely can't walk them.

[@AGC828]

Small thing but I like to have a black tread. Car tire would be nice. If HOKA could put that under a Rocket or Carbon X....

[@MGN01]

I like good cushioning on my heels but also don’t want the shoe to tip over on the balls of the feet; so I want good support on the ball too. What Hoka shoe would be good for me? Gaviota?

[@slundgr]

I think the Bondi is their most cushioned shoe. The Clifton has less cushioning in the forefoot. I used to wear Clifton but now I wear Bondi because of their cushioning

[@MGN01]

@@slundgr thank you.

[@MiccaPhone]

3:45 vs. 9:17: You show the Clifton Edge twice, but with different data on price and weight 🥴. Which one is correct? 🙄🤔

[@paulcarlson4230]

Did we mention trail or semitrail

[@rjs1292]

What about the new Arahi 5?

[@adiyaislove]

I’m a nurse and I like the Clifton 7 for 12 hour shifts but I feel like the bottom of the shoe rocks too much and makes my legs Sore. I’m looking into getting another pair to alternate. Do you suggest the Bondi 7 or March 4?

[@csouthern8692]

I wish they would answer this question 🙋‍♂️

[@tonyosborne6215]

I agree Cindy

[@Jabuff]

Same

[@חובבנחושתן]

The elevons are very good shoes for an elderly guy like me who is seeking good leg protection in runs and does not care about speed thatmuch

[@iputuoka2707]

Mach 4 or cabon x2 ? If i have to buy one

[@chrisskim]

I love my Rocket X!

[@micmurillo]

Excellent content!

[@Workhard4Money]

I didn’t know it was so many models 🤔 I have plantar fasciitis I stand all day. I’m a Surgical Assistant what kind of shoes should I get???

[@lanahampton5497]

Rocket x best shoe out there incredible

[@vickyw1000]

I’m all day on my feet. What will be the shoe you will recommend. Thank you and great video

[@DavidJohnson-yq4nz]

Best shoes ever

[@lilliangarcia5984]

Achilles tendinitis which sneaker 👟 u recommend? Need to buy asap thanks

[@jimoconnor8597]

Just ran my first trail race (46 miler) and I am pretty sure I need the Evo Speedgoat in my life!

[@Thankful_n_Grateful]

If trail isn't technical try Stinson ATR 6... Got 60 to 90 day trial period depending on where you by it...

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

@@Thankful_n_Grateful stinson evo was ruined when hoka moved design and materials away from the spongy blue and white original shoes. IMO. The first versions were OK for about 2 or 3 changes, then it just became unrecognisable to me.

[@Dee.K.Mikaelson]

I bought 3 pairs.. Evo Speed goats .... Thank god,, hoka as expected discontinued them already,,, Why do they do that?!!! It really irritates me.

[@jimoconnor8597]

@@Dee.K.Mikaelson So true! Supposedly the SG 5 has the same midsole as the EVO, a better upper and improved traction. We will see

[@Thankful_n_Grateful]

@@Dee.K.Mikaelson Have you tried Stinson ATR 6? If not give them a try... May not be for you, but you've got to experience it... I also added max custom insoles that are fitted & formed to my feet... They were insanely comfortable & grippy...

[@jacidel]

Feel like I'm going to be returning the ons i just ordered for one of these😅 really like how the arahis look

[@sandraosborn171]

Which one would be good for standing a long period of time

[@radicalgreek99]

Gotta try out the running shoes for guys like me who hit the 220lb mark. I have been looking for something comfortable for my jogging experience. I have a few different Ultra boost 19 through 21. I find that the 21s so far have been ok after I put around 75miles on them. My 19s were all good until they hit the 800mile mark.

[@inres01]

I am 130 kg, and a walker. You may try Bondi 8. Bondi 8 is giving great stability, lighter than Bondi 5, and continue to have breatheability on the upper. Oya, another good for big guy like us is Arahi series. I tried the Arahi 6, but improvement on Bondi 8 is serious, so I purchased Bondi 8 2 months ago.

[@markoljustina]

clifton 8

[@Tracitini333]

I have high arches with heel pain, Achilles heel pain and shin splints I'm new to Hoka. I walk all day on concrete floors. I have no idea which Hoka to buy. Any suggestions y'all

[@Jarvin23]

I use the Clifton 7 for XC and track

[@danieltsuedo334]

I’m close to 200.., but I am thinking carbon x 2

[@KaranPatel-ei5wz]

same I needed a shoe for training and sometimes for races when I don't want to spike up