HOKA Speedgoat 6 vs HOKA Speedgoat 6 GTX

HOKA Speedgoat 6 vs HOKA Speedgoat 6 GTX, side by side on equal terms. Differences are emphasised; matching specs are dimmed.

Specification	HOKA Speedgoat 6	HOKA Speedgoat 6 GTX
MSRP	$155	$170
Weight	277.83g	300.51g
Drop	5mm	5mm
Stack (heel/forefoot)	—	—
Lug depth	5mm	5mm
Surface	Trail	Trail
Primary use	Daily	Daily
Cushion	High	Max
Firmness	Balanced	Balanced
Stability	Neutral	Neutral
Plate	None	None
Waterproof	No	Yes
Midsole	Light, responsive midsole compound	Compression molded EVA
Outsole	Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug	Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug
Width availability	Standard	Standard
Best for	Runners tackling technical, steep, or rocky trails and long ultra distances who want cushion plus dependable grip.	Long or wet trail days where dry feet and plush cushioning matter more than nimbleness.
Avoid if	You have wide feet or want a plated, propulsive ride, since it only comes in standard width and has no plate.	You want a light, responsive shoe for fast running or dislike the heat and weight of a waterproof membrane.
Lowest offer	—	—

Which should you pick?

head-to-head · opinion

The standard HOKA Speedgoat 6 and the Speedgoat 6 GTX share the same trail platform, so the real trade-off is weather protection versus weight: the GTX adds a waterproof membrane for dry feet on wet days but costs an extra ~23 g and $15. Pick the standard Speedgoat 6 if you run mostly dry trails and want the lighter, cooler shoe; choose the GTX only if you regularly face rain, mud, or stream crossings and prioritize dry feet over nimbleness.