Hoka Skyward X 2 vs Hoka Skyward X (Version 1)

What 5 reviewers who ran both said

Hoka Skyward X 2

83/100

Good tier

Consider · Medium confidence

From 25 reviews across 10 creators

$224.95 at Zappos.com · as of Oct 9, 2026

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73/100

Weak tier

Skip · Medium confidence

From 6 reviews across 5 creators

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Run Moore
Hoka Skyward X 2: PositiveHoka Skyward X (Version 1): Mixed
- The Ultimate Recovery Day Shoe? #hokaskywardx2 #runningshoes #shorts · May 21, 2026
- Hoka Skyward X 2 Review: The Ultimate High-Mileage Shoe? · May 21, 2026
Believe in the Run
Hoka Skyward X 2: PositiveHoka Skyward X (Version 1): Positive
- Hoka Skyward X 2 | First Thoughts · Apr 14, 2026
Doctors of Running
Hoka Skyward X 2: MixedHoka Skyward X (Version 1): Mixed
- Hoka Skyward X 2 after 100 Miles: Long Run King? · Jun 5, 2026
Emily Heller
Hoka Skyward X 2: MixedHoka Skyward X (Version 1): Negative
- Hoka Skyward X 2 | I'm Confused · May 31, 2026
RoadTrailRun
Hoka Skyward X 2: PositiveHoka Skyward X (Version 1): Mixed
- Hoka Cielo X 1 3.0 to Skyward X 2: Carbon Plated Different Purposes- Hoka Light House Boston · Apr 17, 2026

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