HOKA Bondi 9 vs Clifton 10
Bondi 9 or Clifton 10? Here’s how they compare on feel, fit, brand specs and price, from the fitting team at The Run House.
The short answer
Want max cushion with a firmer, more supportive feel? Get the Bondi 9.
Want soft, forgiving everyday miles? Get the Clifton 10.
Get the Bondi 9 if
- You like a firmer, more stable feel
- You prefer a lower drop (5mm vs 8mm)
Get the Clifton 10 if
- You want the softer, more cushioned ride
- You need a roomier fit
- You want the lighter shoe, by about 0.7 oz
- You like a higher heel-to-toe drop (8mm vs 5mm)
On the run
Bondi 9: The supportive max-cushion tank. A huge, protective slab of foam that’s firmer than it looks, more supportive than squishy. The rocker keeps it moving, but it’s built for easy miles and long days on your feet, not speed.
Clifton 10: The soft, easygoing cruiser. Cushioned and forgiving, with a gentle rocker that rolls you through each step. It’s happiest at relaxed paces and starts to feel heavy if you push it into workouts.
Specs side by side
| Bondi 9 | Clifton 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $175 | $103.95 (was $155) |
| Stack height (heel / forefoot) | 43 / 38mm* | 42 / 34mm* |
| Drop | 5mm | 8mm |
| Weight, men’s | 10.5 oz | 9.8 oz |
| Weight, women’s | 9.3 oz | 8.8 oz |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Plate | None | None |
| Widths | Standard, Wide, Extra wide | Standard, Wide, Extra wide |
| Built for | Easy days, Recovery runs, Long runs, Walking & all-day wear | Easy days, Recovery runs, Long runs, Walking & all-day wear |
| Expected life | 400–500 miles | 400–500 miles |
Stack, drop and weight come from each brand’s own website. Numbers marked * aren’t published by the brand and come from other published specs. Weights are for the size each brand quotes. Expected life is our estimate.
Fit
Bondi 9. Lower volume, with a toebox that tapers, so wide feet should go straight to the wide. The heel counter is stiff, so it isn’t a sockless shoe.
Clifton 10. True to size with a moderate toebox, wider than the Clifton 9, and a padded collar that holds the heel well. Comes in wide and extra-wide.
Try them on
Come try on both at The Run House in Walpole, Needham or Falmouth. Gait analysis is always free.
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