The Adidas Hyperboost GTX is a neutral running shoe and the Altra Experience Wild 2 is a neutral trail running shoe with maximum cushioning. The Hyperboost GTX is 0.4 oz lighter (10 oz vs 10.4 oz), sits higher off the ground (39 mm vs 32 mm heel stack) and is rated higher by buyers (5 vs 4.4 out of 5). The Experience Wild 2 costs about $88 less (from $112) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (4 mm vs 6 mm).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Hyperboost GTX | Experience Wild 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $112 |
| Rating | 5 / 5 (21 reviews) | 4.4 / 5 (150 reviews) |
| Weight | 10 oz | 10.4 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | 39 mm | 32 mm |
| Cushioning | Max | Max |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | — | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Adidas and Altra, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Hyperboost GTX if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want more foam under your heel
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
Get the Experience Wild 2 if…
- you want to spend less
- you like feeling closer to the ground
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
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