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Mizuno Neo Vista vs HOKA Mach X 2
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Mizuno Neo Vista
HOKA Mach X 2
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Heel-To-Toe Drop8.9 mm
PlatePlastic
Heel-To-Toe Drop7.0 mm
PlatePlastic
Variants
- Neo Vista (Estate Blue/River Blue (5YRB))
- Mach X 2 (Men - US 9) (Black/Electric Aqua)
Our Verdict
Mizuno Neo Vista
HOKA Mach X 2
The HOKA Mach X 2 and the Mizuno Neo Vista are both versatile, plastic-plated trainers designed to blend cushioning and performance, but each has distinct strengths. The Mach X 2 stands out as a super trainer for being even more cushioned, lighter, and more responsive, giving it greater versatility across various workouts and paces—from daily runs to faster efforts. The Neo Vista, while heavier and less energetic, still excels as a protective, comfortable option, particularly suited for recovery miles where leg preservation is key, putting it more in the plated premium trainer category.
Main Differences for
Threshold
Marathon Racing
6.4
7.4
Forefoot Energy Return
4.5
7.7
Weight
5.9
6.6
Heel Energy Return
5.0
5.8
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.9
6.6
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
260.8 g (9.20 oz)
244.6 g (8.63 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
42.7 mm
44.5 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
33.8 mm
37.5 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.9 mm
7.0 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
5.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
91 mm (3.6")
89 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
83 mm (3.3")
73 mm (2.9")
Outsole Forefoot Width
116 mm (4.6")
109 mm (4.3")
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
275 mm (10.8")
275 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
67 mm (2.6")
58 mm (2.3")
Internal Forefoot Width
98 mm (3.9")
92 mm (3.6")
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Non-gusseted
Semi-gusseted
Plate
Plastic
Plastic
Performance
Heel Energy Return
5.0
5.8
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
76.5%
77.5%
Forefoot Energy Return
4.5
7.7
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
76.0%
83.8%
Heel Cushioning
8.9
9.1
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
1.52 J
1.55 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
4.52 J
4.69 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
7.86 J
7.96 J
Forefoot Cushioning
8.5
8.7
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
1.17 J
1.23 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
3.46 J
3.70 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
6.08 J
6.34 J
Heel Firmness
4.2
4.1
Heel Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
27.9 N/mm
28.0 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
44.7 N/mm
42.7 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
67.7 N/mm
68.9 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
6.8
6.3
Forefoot Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
36.5 N/mm
34.9 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
58.4 N/mm
54.4 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
86.3 N/mm
84.7 N/mm
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