Asics Novablast 5 vs Hoka Clifton 10
Critics score the Asics Novablast 5 86 and the Hoka Clifton 10 81 out of 100, from 11 and 13 professional reviews. 8 outlets reviewed both: 6 scored the Asics Novablast 5 higher, 1 scored the Hoka Clifton 10 higher and 1 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Asics Novablast 5 8 points ahead.
Image: AsicsAsics Novablast 5
Praised for: comfort and cushioning (8 of 11), performance (3 of 11), value for money (3 of 11)
The catch: Wet-weather grip is poor.
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Image: HokaHoka Clifton 10
Praised for: comfort and cushioning (11 of 13), performance (6 of 13), build quality (3 of 13)
The catch: The foam is dated and the shoe is heavy.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Asics Novablast 5 | Hoka Clifton 10 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RunningShoesGuru | 90 | 70 | +20 |
| OutdoorGearLab | 83 | 68 | +15 |
| Run to the Finish | 90 | 75 | +15 |
| Tom's Guide | 89est. | 77est. | +12 |
| RunRepeat | 93 | 86 | +7 |
| The Independent | 85est. | 83est. | +2 |
| Runner's World UK | 89est. | 89est. | same |
| Gear Patrol | 77est. | 83est. | -6 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Asics Novablast 5 minus the Hoka Clifton 10. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the Asics Novablast 5 or the Hoka Clifton 10?
Critics rate the Asics Novablast 5 higher: 86 against 81. 8 outlets reviewed both: 6 scored the Asics Novablast 5 higher, 1 scored the Hoka Clifton 10 higher and 1 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Asics Novablast 5 8 points ahead.
Do critics agree about the Asics Novablast 5 and the Hoka Clifton 10?
The Asics Novablast 5: broad agreement, scores from 77 to 93. The Hoka Clifton 10: broad agreement, scores from 68 to 89.