HOKA Clifton 11 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
Sqwod verdict
Our pick: HOKA Clifton 11 takes it — 81 vs 80.
Both are strong — the call comes down to what you prioritise:
- HOKA Clifton 11 — You coach easy-day and recovery clients, or heavier heel strikers, who want soft, protective cushioning in a neutral daily trainer.
- New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 — Buy if you want a max-cushion, comfort-first daily trainer for easy runs, recovery days and long slow miles.
Our pick 
HOKA Clifton 11
81Score · Medium
from €119
A lighter, softer and better-fitting Clifton for easy miles. The foam is unchanged, so it is still protective rather than lively, and outsole wear is an open question.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
80Score · High
from €136.90
A plush, dependable premium daily trainer that shines on easy and recovery runs — comfort-first, not speed-first.
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