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Max cushion
Soft, comfortable easy-run shoe, though a few found it firmer and wobblier than the last.
A score out of 100 for how well reviewed a product is next to others of its kind. It rises with positive reviews and with how many there are; negative and mixed reviews take points off. The best in each category scores in the 90s.
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Showing 5 reviews mentioning comfortable fit Show all
Runner review · Priya · Recreational · Nov 2, 2026
PositiveAround 250 miles in and these are my go to for Sunday long runs now. Coming from a worn out pair of Brooks Ghosts, the soft landing is the first thing you notice and my shins thank me after 10 milers. Not a fast shoe, it feels a bit dead if you try to pick up the pace, but I am not racing anyone. Fit is true to size for me.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jul 22, 2025 · summarized
PositiveA runner who needed time to adjust to the Mach 6 and Clifton 9 found the Clifton 10 comfortable from the very first run.
Blog · Tom's Guide – Nick Harris-Fry · summarized
PositiveA comfortable, naturally stable daily trainer, especially for new runners. It feels like a slightly different v9 rather than an upgrade, the foam isn't lively and there's little toe-off spring. He thinks the Skyflow is worth the extra $10.
Blog · Runstreet – Marnie Kunz · summarized
PositiveOne of her favorite shoes for daily miles and long runs. The extra cushioning makes concrete miles comfortable, and it's versatile for easy, recovery, long and light-trail runs and races. Can feel bulky, and not the best for speed workouts.
Blog · Shuichi Running – Shuichi Hibino · summarized
PositiveExplains why he chose it and covers comfort, propulsion and sizing in detail: a just-right fit at 27.5 cm (slightly larger than other brands' 27.5), with a comfortable, cushioned ride as a daily jogging shoe.
Most runners find the HOKA Clifton 10 soft, comfortable and good for easy and long runs, with several getting plenty of miles from it. It is not a fast shoe. A few who loved the Clifton 9 found the 10 firmer, clunky or wobbly, and one found it underwhelming for running.
Of the 17 reviews with a clear verdict, 82% are positive, 0% mixed and 18% negative. The praise mentioned most is great cushioning. The most common complaint is heavy.
The complaints reviewers mention most: heavy (1 review) and unstable (1 review).
We collected and summarized 15 experiences shared on Reddit and blogs, with links to the original sources. 2 reviews were submitted directly to RunningRecs. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.
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