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Hoka Tecton X 3 vs Saucony Xodus Ultra 4

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 is the lighter option — 7 g lighter than the Hoka Tecton X 3 (3% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Hoka Tecton X 3 Saucony Xodus Ultra 4
Weight 265 g · 0.265 kg · 0.58 lb 258 g · 0.258 kg · 0.57 lb
Brand Hoka Saucony
Category Footwear Footwear
Hoka Tecton X 3
265 g

Carbon-plated ultra-distance trail racing shoe with dual PEBA midsole, 40mm stack and 5mm drop for fast long-day efforts.

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Saucony Xodus Ultra 4
258 g

Long-distance trail shoe with PWRRUN+ cushioning and grippy outsole, built for all-mountain running and multi-day adventures.

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Hoka Tecton X 3 vs Saucony Xodus Ultra 4: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 wins — at 258 g it is 7 g (3%) lighter than the Hoka Tecton X 3 (265 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest footwear page, or browse the full gear weight database.

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