HOKA Mach 7 vs Clifton 10
Mach 7 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 light and quick without a plate? Get the Mach 7.
Want soft, forgiving everyday miles? Get the Clifton 10.
Get the Mach 7 if
- You like a firmer, more stable feel
- You want more bounce and energy back
- You’ll use it for tempo runs and workouts
- You have slimmer feet and like a snug fit
Get the Clifton 10 if
- You want the softer, more cushioned ride
- You want more foam underfoot (5mm more at the heel)
- You want a dedicated recovery-day shoe
- You’re on your feet all day or walk a lot
On the run
Mach 7: The light, nimble do-it-all. Firm, springy and low to the ground for a HOKA. It feels fast when you pick up the pace and still works for everyday miles, though the foam firms up noticeably in real cold.
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
| Mach 7 | Clifton 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145 | $103.95 (was $155) |
| Stack height (heel / forefoot) | 37 / 32mm* | 42 / 34mm* |
| Drop | 5mm | 8mm |
| Weight, men’s | 8.37 oz | 9.8 oz |
| Weight, women’s | 7.15 oz | 8.8 oz |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Plate | None | None |
| Widths | Standard, Wide | Standard, Wide, Extra wide |
| Built for | Easy days, Tempo & workouts, Long runs | Easy days, Recovery runs, Long runs, Walking & all-day wear |
| Expected life | 300–400 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
Mach 7. Runs slightly short and close-fitting, with a new gusseted tongue that locks the midfoot in. If you’re between sizes, go up a half. Wide feet should try the wide.
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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