HOKA Clifton 11 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v15
Sqwod verdict
Our pick: New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v15 takes it — 84 vs 81.
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 1080v15 — You coach neutral runners who want a plush daily trainer for easy and long runs that can still handle a steady pace.
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.
Our pick 
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v15
84Score · Medium
from €118
The biggest 1080 update in years: a new supercritical foam makes it lighter, softer and livelier. The forefoot is still narrow and stability is limited.
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