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HOKA Clifton 10
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v15
Tested using Methodology v0.10
Updated Feb 27, 2026 08:21 PM
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Tested using Methodology v0.9
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Weight
273.3 g (9.64 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.9 mm
Plate
None
Weight
286.6 g (10.11 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
7.3 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
HOKA Clifton 10
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v15
The New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v15 and the HOKA Clifton 10 are two popular shoes that are available in a range of widths, and while both can be used for either running or walking, each has unique characteristics. The Clifton 10 is narrower through the arch and is focused on cushioning, with the heel in particular absorbing much more impact than the New Balance shoe. The 880v15 is firmer and a bit more stable, and although it's not as soft as the HOKA shoe, its cushioning doesn't bottom out as quickly during long runs.
Variants
- Clifton 10 (Black/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Black/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Fresh Foam X 880v15 (Black Cement/Sea Salt/Silver Metallic - (Women - US 7))
- Fresh Foam X 880v15 (Black/Black/Black Metallic - (Men - US 9))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
6.4
6.6
Forefoot Energy Return
4.4
6.2
Heel Energy Return
4.4
6.0
Weight
5.5
4.9
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.5
4.9
Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Weight
273.3 g (9.64 oz)
286.6 g (10.11 oz)
Stack Heights
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Heel Stack Height
41.6 mm
39.4 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
31.7 mm
32.1 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.9 mm
7.3 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
6.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
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Outsole Heel Width
94 mm (3.7")
90 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
85 mm (3.3")
77 mm (3.0")
Outsole Forefoot Width
113 mm (4.4")
111 mm (4.4")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.26
2.28
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.56
3.46
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
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Internal Length
280 mm (11.0")
283 mm (11.1")
Internal Heel Width
62 mm (2.4")
67 mm (2.6")
Internal Forefoot Width
98 mm (3.9")
93 mm (3.7")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Forefoot Fit: Width
9.4
Forefoot Width Photo
Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation
2.8 mm (0.108")
Toe TTS Deviation
-1.2 mm (-0.048")
Forefoot Fit: Height
7.0
Forefoot Height Photo
Toe TTS Deviation
-3.6 mm (-0.143")
Arch Fit: Width
10
Arch Fit Photo
Arch Width TTS Deviation
0.5 mm (0.020")
Length Fit
10
Toe Clearance Photo
Other Features
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Tongue Gusset Type
Semi-gusseted
Fully-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
4.4
6.0
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Heel Energy Return
71.1%
73.3%
Forefoot Energy Return
4.4
6.2
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Energy Return
71.1%
73.7%
Heel Cushioning
8.4
6.9
Heel Cushioning Picture
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Heel Cushioning
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.84 J
3.21 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
10.26 J
8.48 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
17.10 J
14.65 J
Forefoot Cushioning
7.8
7.3
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Forefoot Cushioning
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Energy Absorbed At 800N
4.82 J
4.35 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
8.42 J
7.72 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
12.38 J
11.56 J
Heel Firmness
4.9
6.3
Heel Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 550N
44.1 N/mm
56.9 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
107.8 N/mm
130.0 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
238.5 N/mm
268.7 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
7.8
8.1
Forefoot Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 800N
101.8 N/mm
109.4 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
199.9 N/mm
217.8 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
397.1 N/mm
425.4 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
5.9
6.5
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 10km
6.70 J
7.20 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
6.41 J
6.96 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
6.20 J
6.81 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
6.04 J
6.69 J
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