HOKA Skyflow  Running Shoe Review

Reviewed Nov 03, 2025 at 05:15pm
Tested using Methodology v0.8.2 
HOKA Skyflow

Track

6.3
Marathon Racing 
5.1
5K/10K Racing 
4.4
Energy Return 
8.4
Cushioning 
7.2
Lateral Stability 

Track

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We've tested these running shoes to expand our database and allow users to compare results to help with their buying decisions. We don't expect to write a full review, but if you have any questions about this product, please let us know!

Our Verdict

6.3
Marathon Racing 
5.1
5K/10K Racing 
4.4
Energy Return 
8.4
Cushioning 
7.2
Lateral Stability 
  • 6.3
    Marathon Racing
  • 5.1
    5K/10K Racing

  • Performance Usages

  • 4.4
    Energy Return
  • 8.4
    Cushioning
  • 7.2
    Lateral Stability
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Nov 03, 2025: Review published.
    2.  Updated Oct 21, 2025: Early access published.
    3.  Updated Jun 06, 2025: Our testers have started testing this product.
    4.  Updated May 26, 2025: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.

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    Test Results

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    Design
    5.0
    Weight
    Weight
    284.3 g (10.03 oz)
    Stack Heights
    Heel Stack Height
    40.7 mm
    Forefoot Stack Height
    35.2 mm
    Heel-To-Toe Drop
    5.5 mm
    Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
    5.0 mm
    External Shape
    Outsole Heel Width
    92 mm (3.6")
    Outsole Arch Width
    84 mm (3.3")
    Outsole Forefoot Width
    113 mm (4.4")
    Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
    2.26
    Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
    3.21
    Internal Shape
    Internal Length
    273 mm (10.7")
    Internal Heel Width
    63 mm (2.5")
    Internal Forefoot Width
    92 mm (3.6")
    Wide Sizing Available
    Yes
    Other Features
    Tongue Gusset Type
    Semi-gusseted
    Plate
    None
    Performance
    3.5
    Heel Energy Return
    Heel Energy Return
    70.1%
    4.8
    Forefoot Energy Return
    Forefoot Energy Return
    71.6%
    8.0
    Heel Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 550N
    3.44 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1100N
    9.90 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1900N
    17.19 J
    8.8
    Forefoot Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 800N
    5.46 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1300N
    9.89 J
    Energy Absorbed At 2050N
    14.73 J
    4.9
    Heel Firmness
    Firmness At 550N
    47.6 N/mm
    Firmness At 1100N
    101.6 N/mm
    Firmness At 1900N
    217.1 N/mm
    6.7
    Forefoot Firmness
    Firmness At 800N
    79.7 N/mm
    Firmness At 1300N
    169.9 N/mm
    Firmness At 2050N
    320.1 N/mm