Side by side comparison: Hoka Cielo X1 3.0 vs New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2026
Price Judgment
Unjustified
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Extremely propulsive ride
Lightweight for stack height
Excellent forefoot bounce
Unstable heel for heel strikers
Restrictive fit
Demanding at slow paces
Specs
| Best for | 3:00-4:30 min/km |
| Drop | 7 mm |
| Stack | 38 mm heel / 31 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 193-223 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
Aggressive, propulsive super shoe excelling at fast efforts but less comfortable and stable for heel strikers.
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2025
Price Judgment
Reasonable
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Stable for a super shoe
Comfortable over marathon distance
Strong propulsion
Not the lightest racer
Less explosive than top rivals
Limited daily durability
Specs
| Best for | 3:15-4:45 min/km |
| Drop | 4 mm |
| Stack | 40 mm heel / 36 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 212 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | summer |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
Balanced super shoe combining comfort, stability, and propulsion for marathon racing.
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