Side by side comparison: Hoka Clifton 10 vs Saucony Ride 18

Hoka Clifton 10
HokaClifton 10

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.4

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$155$177$163$133$118

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 6Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Excellent cushioning
Stable neutral platform
Comfortable upper fit
Limited responsiveness at speed
Heavier than earlier versions

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack43 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot
Weight278 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A comfort-first daily trainer that sets a high benchmark for stable, high-mileage road running.

Where to Buy

Saucony Ride 18
SauconyRide 18

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$100$170$156$128$114

Strong Buy

Phasing Out

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 7Stability: 7Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 7Race: 6Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Versatile daily trainer
Breathable, plush upper
Durable outsole
Firm midsole feel
Narrow forefoot fit

Specs

Best for4:45–6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack35 mm heel / 27 mm forefoot
Weight274 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong, versatile daily trainer with a firm, balanced ride and excellent comfort.

Where to Buy