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Clifton 10
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Our verdict
The Clifton 10 is Hoka doubling down on comfort. This is a neutral daily training shoe built to make easy miles feel soft and forgiving, and it does that better than almost anything at the price. The big change over the Clifton 9 is the ride: the drop rises to 8mm and there is more foam underfoot, so you sink in a little more and the landing feels plusher and more protective. At 278g it is not the light, nimble Clifton of old. It has grown into a proper cushioned cruiser. We rate it as one of the safest picks for a runner who wants one dependable shoe for steady mileage, recovery days and the long run. If you value soft comfort and a smooth roll over speed and ground feel, this running shoe belongs on your shortlist. At £140 it is priced with the premium daily trainers, so judge it on the ride, not the badge.
Key features
- CMEVA cushioned midsoleSoaks up hard pavement and keeps your legs fresh on long, easy runs
- Hoka rocker geometryRolls you smoothly from heel to toe so your stride feels effortless
- 8mm dropSits your foot lower and closer to the ground for a plush, protective landing
- Padded heel collarLocks your ankle in place and adds a plush, secure feel out of the box
- Wide-fit optionGives runners with roomier feet a proper fit without sizing up
Who it suits
Who should buy it
- Runners who want one soft, dependable shoe for the bulk of their weekly miles
- Marathon trainees who need cushioning and protection over long runs
- Recovery and easy-day running where comfort matters most
- Neutral runners who prefer a smooth roll over ground feel
Who should not buy it
- You want a light, responsive shoe for tempo and speed work
- You need genuine stability or motion control
- You prefer a low, firm, connected-to-the-ground ride
- You want the lighter, nimbler Clifton feel of older versions
Best uses
Extra information
Fit & sizing
The Clifton 10 comes up true to size for most runners, so take your usual Hoka or regular running-shoe size. The fit is secure through the midfoot with a comfortable, medium-volume forefoot that gives your toes room to splay without feeling sloppy. The heel hold is good thanks to a padded, structured collar, and most runners will lock it down on the first try without needing a runner's loop. If you are between sizes or have a wider foot, Hoka offers the Clifton 10 in a wide fitting, which is the better route than sizing up. Narrow-footed runners may want to cinch the laces a touch more but should still get a clean lockdown. There is enough length in the toe box for toenails to stay happy on long runs, which matters more the further you go. Overall a friendly, accommodating fit with no real surprises.
Performance breakdown
Ride & feel
The ride is soft, smooth and unhurried. This is a shoe that rewards a relaxed, rolling stride rather than a sharp, snappy one. The signature Hoka rocker geometry carries you from heel to toe with very little effort, so easy miles tick by comfortably and your legs feel looked after at the end. Push the pace and the Clifton 10 will hold a steady effort fine, but it is not built to sparkle at tempo. It feels a little soft and vague when you ask for a quick turnover. Think of it as your cruise-control shoe. If you want a faster, more responsive Hoka for the same easy-to-moderate duties, the lighter Mach 7 is the sharper tool. For the runner who mostly logs relaxed miles, this trade is exactly the point.
Cushioning
Cushioning is the headline here and the Clifton 10 delivers. There is generous, protective foam underfoot that takes the sting out of hard pavement and keeps your legs fresher deep into a long run. The feel is soft and cushioned rather than bouncy and energetic, so you get comfort and impact protection more than spring and return. That is a deliberate choice and a good one for a daily trainer. For most runners this is plenty of stack for marathon training and everyday mileage. If you specifically want even more underfoot than this, the Bondi 9 is the maximal step up, but the Clifton 10 hits a comfort sweet spot that suits far more runners.
Stability
This is a neutral shoe with no medial post or dedicated support features, so runners who need motion control should look elsewhere. That said, the Clifton 10 is more settled underfoot than a very soft, tall stack shoe often is. The platform is reasonably wide and the foam is protective rather than mushy, which gives it a planted, predictable feel for a neutral trainer. Mild, occasional overpronators who just want cushioning will likely get on with it fine on easy runs. If you know you need real stability or you tend to roll in when tired, a dedicated support shoe such as the Hoka Arahi 8 is the safer call. For neutral runners it is stable enough to trust on long, tired miles.
Upper & comfort
The upper is comfortable and easy to live in from the first run. A soft, engineered mesh wraps the foot without hot spots, and the padded tongue and heel collar add a plush, secure feel around the ankle. Breathability is decent for a cushioned daily trainer, so it copes with warmer runs without feeling stuffy, though it is not a lightweight summer racer. There is enough structure to hold your foot in place through turns without clamping down. Step-in comfort is a real strength here. Slip it on and it feels immediately broken in, which is exactly what you want from a shoe you will wear for the bulk of your weekly mileage.
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FAQ
Specifications
| Category | Daily |
| Surface | Road |
| Drop | 8mm |
| Heel Stack | 42mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 34mm |
| Weight | 278g |
| Carbon Plated | No |
| Stability | No |