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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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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 · May 12, 2025 · summarized
PositiveA slow runner who needed max cushioning finds the Clifton 10 handles very slow paces with plenty of energy return, unlike their Pegasus 39.
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 · iRunFar – Nathan Allen · summarized
PositiveOne of the best everyday shoes available, so don't be put off by the high stack. Technically max cushion, but it doesn't behave like one: far less clunky and more efficient and responsive than the Bondi or Skyward X.
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.
Blog · Kumazou's Running Bar · summarized
PositiveCushioning is still excellent and it is light for a thick-soled shoe, so long runs leave less fatigue. The higher offset adds slightly more propulsion than v9, but the effect is small. A good shoe for beginners and long easy runs.
Blog · Genkaran blog · summarized
PositiveLong-term durability report: after ~900 km, including hard summer ultra training, it is still usable. Recommended for marathon-plus distances, 5:00/km-and-slower paces and jogging. True to size; choose the wide version for broad feet, or size up with an aftermarket insole.
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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