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Weight
260.2 g (9.18 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
6.6 mm
Plate
Plastic
Weight
244.6 g (8.63 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
7.0 mm
Plate
Plastic
Our Verdict
HOKA Mach X
HOKA Mach X 2
The HOKA Mach X and the HOKA Mach X 2 offer a completely different experience—think of the Mach X 2 as a rare sequel that significantly outshines the original. While the Mach X is a decent super trainer, the Mach X 2 takes things to a whole new level, providing a far more cushioned experience, a higher stack height, and significantly better energy return, all while being nearly 20 grams lighter. This combination makes it the preferred option for almost everyone unless you prioritize stability, in which case the original Mach X still offers a more secure feel.
Variants
- Mach X (Ocean Mist/Lime Glow - (Men - US 9))
- Mach X (Ocean Mist/Lime Glow - (Women - US 7))
- Mach X 2 (Black/Electric Aqua - (Men - US 9))
- Mach X 2 (Black/Electric Aqua - (Women - US 7))
- Mach X 2 (Electric Coral - (Men - US 9))
- Mach X 2 (Frost/Citrus - (Men - US 9))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
7.4
7.8
Heel Energy Return
4.4
6.3
Weight
6.0
6.6
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
6.0
6.6
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
260.2 g (9.18 oz)
244.6 g (8.63 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
41.0 mm
44.5 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
33.4 mm
37.5 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
6.6 mm
7.0 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
5.5 mm
5.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
90 mm (3.5")
89 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
71 mm (2.8")
73 mm (2.9")
Outsole Forefoot Width
110 mm (4.3")
109 mm (4.3")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.20
2.00
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.29
2.91
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
273 mm (10.7")
275 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
63 mm (2.5")
58 mm (2.3")
Internal Forefoot Width
93 mm (3.6")
92 mm (3.6")
Wide Sizing Available
No
Yes
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Semi-gusseted
Plate
Plastic
Plastic
Performance
Heel Energy Return
4.4
6.3
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
71.1%
74.0%
Forefoot Energy Return
7.6
7.9
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
78.8%
80.1%
Heel Cushioning
7.4
8.9
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.34 J
4.36 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
8.93 J
11.15 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
15.79 J
18.24 J
Forefoot Cushioning
8.0
9.3
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
5.02 J
6.05 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
8.65 J
10.61 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
12.70 J
15.82 J
Heel Firmness
5.6
4.7
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
55.7 N/mm
42.9 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
112.0 N/mm
100.3 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
228.7 N/mm
237.0 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
7.8
6.5
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
98.7 N/mm
79.1 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
203.3 N/mm
159.1 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
398.5 N/mm
313.2 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
8.4
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
9.37 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
9.14 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
9.00 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
8.89 J
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