Neither Adidas UltraBoost nor Hoka One Bondi 5 were recommended by experts this month
On 9 Apr 2024 (17 days ago) we went through 94 Running Shoes expert endorsements , however neither Adidas UltraBoost nor Hoka One Bondi 5 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Running Shoes received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Brooks Ghost 13 or other critically acclaimed Men's Running Shoes of this month.
For reference, Brooks Ghost 13 received 3 endorsements this month, from Healthline (28 Feb 2023), Popular Science (18 Jul 2023) and Best Products (14 May 2021).
Curious to see this month's entire Men's Running Shoes ranking? It's here
Adidas UltraBoost 
Hoka One Bondi 5 Customers like Hoka One Bondi 5 somewhat more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Hoka One Bondi 5
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Hoka One Bondi 5, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Adidas UltraBoost.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling running shoes receives a consumer score of 9.0 (great). Both Adidas UltraBoost and Hoka One Bondi 5 receive customer reviews that average out below that median threshold.
| Adidas UltraBoost |
In comparison:
8.0 Great
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| Hoka One Bondi 5 |
In comparison:
8.4 Great
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| Median best-selling Running Shoes |
In comparison:
ON Running Cloudstratus ranks #36 out of 71. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.0 Great
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Adidas UltraBoost is more popular than Hoka One Bondi 5
It's fairly safe to say that Adidas UltraBoost are more popular running shoes than Hoka One Bondi 5, based on their 30+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Adidas UltraBoost and Hoka One Bondi 5 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hoka One Bondi 7 | $140 |
In comparison:
8.5 Great
| 2 expert recommendations | Better Reviews |
 | Brooks Glycerin 20 | $131 |
We don't yet have enough review information for Brooks Glycerin 20 N/A
| 3 expert recommendations | Cheaper |
 | Hoka Clifton 9 | $142 |
We don't yet have enough review information for Hoka Clifton 9 N/A
| 2 expert recommendations | |
| Rank | Change | Price | Running Shoes | Healthline  | Verywell Fit  | Forbes  | Popular Science  | Tom's Guide  | Best Products  | Runner's World  | Fit and Well  | Men'sHealth  | CNET  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | +2 | $104 |  Brooks Ghost 13 | 3 | - | - | 4 | - | 9 | - | - | - | - |
| 2 | +2 | Check price |  Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 40 | - | 14 | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | +2 | $131 |  Brooks Glycerin 20 | - | 13 | - | - | 6 | - | - | 5 | - | - |
| 4 | +2 | $140 |  Hoka One Bondi 7 | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2 | - | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [19]
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 15
| Highest score by OutdoorGearLab | 90 |
| Average score based on 19 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by livescience.com | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
- Style#: F35233
- Four-way stretch heel and external butterfly heel counter work together to wrap the Achilles, lightly holding your foot in place over the footbed without restricting your natural movement.
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- Breathable Mesh Upper - Provides a breathable environment, keeping the wearer cool and dry.
- 3D Puff Print Frame - Lightweight and offers a secure fit.
- Ortholite Insole - Provides additional cushioning for arch support and durable comfort.
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Adidas UltraBoost are a popular option on the higher end of the price range. They're in the top 3 bestselling running shoes and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Asics Novablast 4 or Hoka One Bondi 7 .
Adidas UltraBoost are $43.85 more expensive than the average running shoes ($96.05).
Hoka One Bondi 5 are a well-known and one of the most expensive options. They're in the top 3 bestselling running shoes and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Brooks Beast 14 or Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2 .
Hoka One Bondi 5 are $53.90 more expensive than average running shoes ($96.05).
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