Side by side comparison: Hoka Mach X 3 vs Saucony Endorphin Trainer

Hoka Mach X 3
HokaMach X 3

Speed Trainer

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$190$203$186$152$135

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Propulsive, energetic ride
Improved heel comfort
Versatile for workouts
Snug toebox limits comfort
Heavier than some rivals
Tongue can shift

Specs

Best for3:45–5:15 min/km
Drop5 mm
Stack44 mm heel / 39 mm forefoot
Weight288 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

A strong, propulsive speed trainer with improved comfort, best for tempo and long workouts.

Where to Buy

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$100$157$144$118$105

Strong Buy

Limited Availability

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 6Race: 5Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Excellent forefoot cushioning
Stable wide platform
High energy return
Heavy for category
Polarizing fit
Blocky at fast paces

Specs

Best for4:45-6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack42 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot
Weight285 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Max-cushion carbon-plated trainer with stable, plush ride; best for long, steady runs.

Where to Buy