The Bondi 8 is balanced, cushioned running shoe neutral; it has a medium fit and is slightly on the heavy and expensive side, compared to the Clifton 8.
However, the Bondi 8 is more of a running and distance running shoe, whereas the Clifton 8 is a training and short-distance running shoe with a grippy rubber outsole.
The Hoka Clifton 8 is more of a training shoe than a running shoe. It offers a smooth and comfortable ride with a slight rocker sole and is very lightweight. The midsole is soft and bouncy, yet not overly springy, and the shoe has many volumes inside for wider feet. The Clifton 8 is well-padded and may be slightly warm. It is also a much more affordable option than the Bondi 8.
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Hoka Bondi 8 or Clifton 8
Price Range
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 has a recommended price of around $200 which is more than the Clifton 8.
Hoka Clifton 8
You can get the Clifton 8 for around 4130, and the price may vary according to size and model.
Quality
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 is a good quality and long-lasting running shoe, with many features that make it worth your while.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton 8 is a very plush and comfortable shoe that is also good quality, and very affordable for what you get.
Durability
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi is a top-road running shoe and very durable in comparison to the Clifton 8.
Hoka Clifton 8
The improved rubber Patches on the Clifton 8 ensures that it does not wear out easily. For such a lightweight and affordable shoe it is very durable.
Comfort
Hoka Bondi 8
Now the Bondi 8 is comfortable and well cushioned with a comfortable fit.
Hoka Clifton 8
Though, the Clifton 8 is much more comfortable and lightweight with a very roomy fit, and a 5mm insole. It is ideal for people that are heavy weight and have wide feet.
Arch Support & Pronation Control
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 is a neutral shoe for neutral pronation. It offers good cushioning for high and normal arch types.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton 8 is a lightweight Neutral shoe. It is flexible, lightweight, and has very soft cushioning for normal and high arch types.
Surface & Terrain
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 is suitable for road running only and is more hardy for long distances and daily running.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton is a great road running and training shoe that is much more lightweight. It is more suitable for colder weather though.
Outsole
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 has a rubber outsole with a beveled heel. It has a Meta-Rocker Sole with a high stack height.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton has a very grippy outsole with rubber patches for durability, and grip. It has a slight rocker design.
Midsole
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 has a well-balanced EVA compression molded midsole. It offers excellent bounce back and energy return.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton 8 has a very thick and lightweight foam midsole, and a thick and plush cushioned removable insole. It has a bouncy feel that is soft, but not too springy.
Upper
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 has engineered very breathable mesh uppers, with TPU inserts and overlays. It has a medium width and comfortable design.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton is said to be quite a wide and roomy shoe with very much padding inside. It is not very breathable and more suitable for colder weather. The uppers are an engineered Knit mesh with TPU overlays.
Heel Height
Hoka Bondi 8
The Heel height of the Bondi 8 is 33mm for men and 31 mm for women.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Heel Height is 29 mm for men and 27 mm for women. The sole of the Clifton has a much lower stack height than the Bondi 8.
Forefoot Height
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 has a forefoot height of 29 mm for men. It has a lower forefoot height of 27 mm for women.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton 8 has a forefoot height of 24 mm for men and 22 mm for women.
The forefoot height is similarly much lower.
Heel-to-Toe Drop
Hoka Bondi 8
There is a heel-to-toe drop of 4 mm in the Bondi 8 which is slightly lower than that of the Clifton 8.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Clifton 8 has a regular heel-to-toe drop of 5 mm.
Fit and Sizing
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi 8 is said to have a medium to wide fit, a roomy toe box, and snug fitting heel. It is available in more widths.
Hoka Clifton 8
On the other hand, the Clifton 8 is said to be very wide and roomy in fit, and it is recommended that you opt for a medium or narrow width if you do not have wide feet.
Weight
Hoka Bondi 8
The Bondi weighs 303 grams for men and 252 grams for women. It is a medium-weight shoe for running.
Hoka Clifton 8
The Hoka Clifton 8 weighs 250 grams for men and 210 grams for women. It is much more lightweight than the Bondi 8 with a much lower stack height.
Video Summary Bondi vs. Clifton
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