{"id":4653,"date":"2021-05-18T21:20:30","date_gmt":"2021-05-18T21:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/?page_id=4653"},"modified":"2023-09-20T12:28:07","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T12:28:07","slug":"hoka-clifton-vs-bondi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/comparisons\/hoka-clifton-vs-bondi\/","title":{"rendered":"Hoka Clifton 9 vs Bondi 8"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f\"]{text-align:left;font-size:50px;line-height:1.5;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f\"]{font-size:32px;line-height:1.5;}}<\/style>\n<h1 class=\"kt-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4653_c5a1fe-7f\">Hoka Clifton 9 vs Bondi 8 (2024 Comparison): Which One?<\/h1>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8.webp 1500w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8-300x160.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8-1024x546.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8-768x410.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8-1024x546.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hoka_clifton_9_vs_bondi_8-768x410.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" class=\"sp-no-webp attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Clifton vs Bondi\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\"  > <\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/hoka-clifton-9-review\/\">Hoka Clifton 9<\/a> is <strong>much lighter<\/strong> than the <a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/hoka-bondi-8-review\/\">Hoka Bondi 8<\/a>, with a difference of over 1.8 oz\/50 g. Moreover, with its 2023 version, the Hoka Clifton 9 is <strong>more cushioned<\/strong> than the Bondi, with 1 mm more stack height (<strong>40 mm<\/strong> in the heel vs. <strong>39 mm<\/strong> for the Bondi 8 in the men&#8217;s version).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The heel-to-toe <strong>drop of both shoes is low, at 5 mm<\/strong> for the Clifton and <strong>4 mm<\/strong> for the Bondi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the cushioning\/weight ratio clearly favors the Clifton. While the Bondi X version (2021) makes it better, the weight difference remains significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cushioning and Ride<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Clifton 9&#8217;s cushioning is <strong>more responsive<\/strong>, providing a smoother ride for uptempo sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the Bondi 8 offers <strong>softer cushioning<\/strong>, which is more comfortable for running workouts at <strong>slow or moderate paces<\/strong>. They are also ideal running shoes for <strong>recovery sessions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Clifton 9, on the other hand, is at ease in <strong>all scenarios<\/strong> with its pleasantly balanced and responsive cushioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lockdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both shoes offer a comfortable, <strong>roomy fit<\/strong> (maybe even too roomy with the Clifton if you have narrow feet). However, the Bondi&#8217;s fit can be tricky for some runners, making it less accessible than the Clifton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clifton or Bondi: Which One Is Best for You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We clearly recommend going for the Hoka Clifton 9 for its <strong>greater versatility<\/strong>, enabling you to enjoy any type of run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, the Bondi may still be an interesting choice if you want <strong>very soft cushioning<\/strong> for your long runs and recovery jogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Side-By-Side Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the side-by-side comparison of the Hoka Clifton 9 vs Bondi 8 to make the right choice. 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