The Adidas Adizero SL2 is a road running shoe and the Hoka Arahi 8 is a stability road running shoe. The Adizero SL2 is 0.4 oz lighter (7.3 oz vs 7.7 oz), costs about $85 less (from $65) and is rated higher by buyers (4.7 vs 4.4 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Adizero SL2 | Arahi 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $65 | $150 |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 (482 reviews) | 4.4 / 5 (266 reviews) |
| Weight | 7.3 oz | 7.7 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 9 mm | 8 mm |
| Heel stack height | 35 mm | — |
| Cushioning | — | Balanced |
| Support | — | Stability |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Women | Women |
Specs and prices from Adidas and Hoka, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Adizero SL2 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
Get the Arahi 8 if…
- it fits you better or you like its colors
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