The Hoka Bondi 8 is well and balanced cushioned running shoe that is plush and comfortable, with a memory foam heel collar, and a medium-toe box fit. It is ideal for regular road running, jogging, as well as long-distance running.
The Hoka Bondi X is a substantial shoe that is ideal to use as a recovery shoe. It has a very thick 5mm removable insole and a thick EVA midsole, with a thin rubber outsole. The improved uppers offer excellent stretchability and breathability that will quickly adapt to your feet.
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Hoka One Bondi 8 or Bondi X
Price Range
Hoka Bondi 8
The recommended Price of the Hoka Boni 8 will be around $ 200, however, prices may vary from retailer to retailer.
Hoka Bondi X
The Hoka Bondi X will be between $200 and $250 also quite an expensive model, but truly worth the price.
Quality
Hoka Bondi 8
The Hoka Bondi 8 is a good quality well, cushioned, and durable shoe, that is worth its price range.
Hoka Bondi X
The Hoka Bondi X on the other hand has some more features and is better quality in comparison to the Bondi 8.
Durability
Hoka Bondi 8
The Hoka Bondi 8 is more durable than the Bondi X because it has a more durable outsole, however, with the uppers, the Bondi X gets more credit.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X has thin rubber pieces and much exposed EVA on the outsole that may wear out soon. The uppers with the improved and more flexible mesh are more durable though.
Comfort
Hoka Bondi 8
The Hoka Bondi 8 is generally quite comfortable. It has a roomy toe box, a comfortable heel fit, and ample cushioning.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X will have extensive cushioning with a 5mm Insole, and a firmer midsole. It also has a carbon plate for stability. It offers a more flexible and adaptable fit though.
Arch Support & Pronation Control
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 is a neutral shoe for neutral pronation. It has comfortable cushioning and can be used for high arched, and neutral-arched runners.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X is more of a recovery shoe with ample cushioning, and a carbon plate for stability. Though it is a neutral shoe suitable for normal and high arches, it also offers some light stability to help with pronation.
Surface & Terrain
Hoka Bondi 8
The Hoka Bondi 8 is durable and ideal for roads and hard surfaces. It is a running shoe that will truly go the distance.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X is more of a recovery shoe for light running and walking, with a less durable outsole. It is likewise a road and hard surface shoe.
Outsole
Hoka Bondi 8
The Hoka Bondi 8 has a rubber outsole with a beveled heel and a meta-rocker High stack design.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X has a very wide-shaped outsole with siping and grooves that offer optimal grip. It has a blended rubber and EVA outsole that offers sifter cushioning and ground contact.
Midsole
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 is a compression Molded, full-length EVA midsole. The midsole is bouncy and comfortable with plush cushioning.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X has a Full Length EVA midsole and an additional Carbon plate. It has a slightly stiffer midsole than the Bondi 8.
Upper
Hoka Bondi 8
The Hoka Bondi 8 has engineered mesh uppers that have TPU overlays for structural support. They have a wider toe box and a comfortable padded collar.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X has an enhanced mesh upper that is much more breathable, durable, and flexible. The fit is snug but fully adapts to your feet.
Heel Height
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi has a heel height of 33 mm for men and 31 mm for women.
It has a highly stacked heel.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi x has a heel height of 33 mm for men and 31 mm for women. The heel height is exactly the same as that of the Bondi 8.
Forefoot Height
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 has a forefoot height of 29mm for men. The forefoot height is 21mm for women, slightly lower.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X has a forefoot height of 28 mm for men and 26 mm for women.
The forefoot is higher in comparison to the Bondi 8.
Heel-to-Toe Drop
Hoka Bondi 8
There is a heel-to-toe drop of 4 mm in the Hoka One Bondi 8 which is ideal for running and for a Rocker style sole.
Hoka Bondi X
The Hoka Bondi X has a slightly higher 5mm heel-to-toe drop.
Fit and Sizing
Hoka Bondi 8
The Hoka Bondi 8 is a medium to the wide-fitting shoe with a roomy toe box and snug heel. It is available in more width options.
Hoka Bondi X
The Hoka Bondi X has a more sleek fit that is stretchable and adaptable to your feet. Similarly, it is available in more widths.
Weight
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 for men weighs a heavy 303 grams. The Bondi 8 for women is lighter 252 grams.
Hoka Bondi X
The Bondi X for women weighs around 257 grams, heavier than the Bondi *. However, the men’s model weighs 300 grams which is 3 grams lighter.
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