Side by side comparison: Hoka Clifton 11 vs Puma Magnify NITRO 3

Hoka Clifton 11
HokaClifton 11

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.7

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$155$137$126$103$92

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 4Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 5

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 4Race: 3Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Plush cushioning
Stable platform
Improved flexibility
Low energy return
Dull ride feel
Narrow toebox

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack42 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot
Weight283 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Comfort-focused daily trainer with plush cushioning and stability, but lacks energy return.

Puma Magnify NITRO 3
PumaMagnify NITRO 3

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$160$157$144$118$105

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 7Stability: 7Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 8Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Very comfortable cushioning
Outstanding outsole grip
Strong value for money
Too soft for speedwork
Can feel bulky
Moderate stability only

Specs

Best for5:30-7:15 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack40 mm heel / 32 mm forefoot
Weight300 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Soft, max-cushioned trainer delivering plush comfort and strong value for easy mileage.

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