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contact.running.zap@gmail.comAnálisis basado en datos de fuentes expertas. The Clifton and Bondi are HOKA's two best sellers. They look similar but ride very differently. Here's how to choose.
The Hoka Clifton 10 edges ahead with a 90/100 overall score versus 87/100 for the Hoka Bondi 9. The Hoka Clifton 10 wins on weight and flexibility. The Hoka Bondi 9 counters with better cushioning. The Hoka Clifton 10 is also lighter at 278g vs 297g.
Here's how the numbers stack up:
**Hoka Clifton 10:** $155 | 278g | 42mm stack | 8mm drop | Neutral **Hoka Bondi 9:** $175 | 297g | 43mm stack | 5mm drop | Neutral
The 19g weight difference is noticeable but not dramatic. The Hoka Bondi 9 has a lower 5mm drop, which encourages a more midfoot strike pattern. The 8mm drop on the other shoe suits heel strikers.
**Cushioning (88 vs 94):** The Hoka Bondi 9 leads here — it absorbs impact exceptionally well, ideal for long distances and joint protection. A 6-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Stability (74 vs 76):** Essentially tied. Both shoes offers enough support for most neutral runners without feeling restrictive.
**Flexibility (84 vs 72):** The Hoka Clifton 10 leads here — it balances flex with structure for a versatile ride. A 12-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Durability (80 vs 82):** Essentially tied. Both shoes should last a typical training cycle of 400-500 miles.
**Breathability (84 vs 76):** The Hoka Clifton 10 leads here — it manages airflow adequately for most climates. A 8-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Traction (78 vs 76):** Essentially tied. Both shoes handles most road or trail surfaces without issues.
**Weight (84 vs 68):** The Hoka Clifton 10 leads here — it is impressively light, reducing fatigue over long distances. A 16-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Value for Money (90 vs 80):** The Hoka Clifton 10 leads here — it delivers strong performance for its price point — one of the better deals in its category. A 10-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Choose the Hoka Clifton 10 if:** - Weight is a priority for you (84/100 vs 68/100) - Flexibility is a priority for you (84/100 vs 72/100) - You want the lighter option (278g) - Budget matters ($155 vs $175) - Your focus is daily training or easy runs
**Choose the Hoka Bondi 9 if:** - Cushioning is a priority for you (94/100 vs 88/100) - Your focus is long runs or easy runs
The Hoka Clifton 10 is the stronger shoe overall, but the Hoka Bondi 9 isn't far behind and actually beats it in cushioning.
Our scores are aggregated from expert review sources including Runner's World, Believe in the Run, Road Trail Run, Doctors of Running, and other trusted publications. We normalize scores to a 0-100 scale and weight them equally. Specs are sourced from manufacturer data. Prices reflect MSRP at time of writing.
