Head-to-head · Best Trail Running Shoes

Hoka Speedgoat 7 vs Saucony Peregrine 14

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Hoka Speedgoat 7 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.8 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about trail runners wanting one shoe for varied terrain — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Trail Running Shoes

Hoka Speedgoat 7

4.8

$160

The Speedgoat 7 is the best-overall pick — Hoka's flagship trail shoe with supercritical EVA foam.

Strengths

— Supercritical EVA foam — super responsive
— Vibram Megagrip outsole
— Balanced cushion + traction + stability

Watch-outs

— Higher stack than minimalist runners prefer
— Newer foam less long-term data
— Premium pricing

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Ranked #5 in Best Trail Running Shoes

Saucony Peregrine 14

4.5

$140

The Peregrine 14 is the lightweight pick — Saucony's nimble trail shoe for mixed terrain.

Strengths

— PWRTRAC outsole for mixed-terrain traction
— Lighter than Speedgoat
— Saucony PWRRUN midsole

Watch-outs

— Less cushion than Speedgoat
— Newer revision of legacy line
— Mid-tier lug depth

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How they stack up

Hoka Speedgoat 7

Best all-around. Vibram Megagrip. Supercritical foam.

Saucony Peregrine 14

Lighter than Speedgoat. Mid-tier lugs. Affordable.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Hoka Speedgoat 7	Saucony Peregrine 14
Drop	4mm	4mm
Outsole	Vibram Megagrip	PWRTRAC
Midsole	Supercritical EVA	PWRRUN
Brand	Hoka	Saucony

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