HOKA Clifton 10 vs Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV
Sqwod verdict
Our pick: HOKA Clifton 10 takes it — 83 vs 74.
Both are strong — the call comes down to what you prioritise:
- HOKA Clifton 10 — You coach easy-day and recovery clients who want maximum, protective cushioning in a stable neutral daily trainer.
- Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV — Buy if you want maximum ground feel for lifting, functional training and hard gym floors, and you or your clients are already used to barefoot shoes.
Our pick 
HOKA Clifton 10
83Score · Medium
from €127.99
A plusher, more protective but heavier Clifton — an excellent max-cushion easy-day cruiser, not a fast shoe.
Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV
74Score · Low
from €97
The Primus Lite IV keeps the class-leading ground feel of the III in a lighter, more resource-efficient build. Early reviews flag weaker durability and grip, and crowd data is still thin.
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