Comparing Hoka vs ASICS running shoes could largely be described as a difference in fit and feel, along with some company philosophy if you care about those things. But of course we know that Hoka came on the scene due to their maximal shoes and that’s interesting all on its own!
Especially because in the last few years, more brands are jumping on this trend to add more cushion to their shoes without adding weight! Now maybe it’s not so different to have that big stack height.
Both brands provide high quality shoes and offer a variety of models to suit different needs like overpronation, cushioning, and trail running.
Hoka One One first became popular with Ultrarunners and has since moved in the to main stream of running. I myself have run in a number of models and previously compared all running shoe Hoka styles. Meanwhile, in over 20 years of running I’ve also been through a lot of Asics!
Hoka Vs ASICS Key Differences
Asics and Hoka offer similar features and models for all kinds of runners, from the new runner to Ultramarathoner to the flat-footed or high-arched.
Largely we’re looking at how a maximal shoes compares to a traditional running shoe.
I break down the differences in more detail below, but here’s a quick overview:
Hoka Running Shoes
- Maximal shoe –…
