Side by side comparison: Hoka Mach 6 vs New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5

Hoka Mach 6
HokaMach 6

Speed Trainer

Product Judgment

8.5

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$110$222$203$166$148

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 7Energy Return: 8Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 9

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Lively, responsive ride
Improved outsole durability
Stable for a neutral shoe
Narrow, tapered fit
Less forgiving for wide feet

Specs

Best for3:45–5:15 min/km
Drop5 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 32 mm forefoot
Weight210 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong, lively speed trainer with a snug fit and improved durability for versatile road running.

Where to Buy

Product Judgment

8.4

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$145$220$202$165$147

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 9Stability: 6Durability: 7Fun to Ride: 9

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Lightweight and lively
Great for tempo work
Breathable upper
Limited stability
Not ideal for heavy runners
Average outsole durability

Specs

Best for4:00-5:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack35 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight230 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Lightweight, bouncy daily trainer excelling at speed and versatility with minimal support.

Where to Buy