The Altra Experience Wild 2 and Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 GTX are both neutral trail running shoes. The Experience Wild 2 is 0.5 oz lighter (10.4 oz vs 10.9 oz), costs about $88 less (from $112) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (4 mm vs 6 mm). The Xodus Ultra 4 GTX sits higher off the ground (36 mm vs 32 mm heel stack).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Experience Wild 2 | Xodus Ultra 4 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $112 | $200 |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 (150 reviews) | — |
| Weight | 10.4 oz | 10.9 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 4 mm | 6 mm |
| Heel stack height | 32 mm | 36 mm |
| Cushioning | Max | — |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Altra and Saucony, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Experience Wild 2 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
- you like feeling closer to the ground
Get the Xodus Ultra 4 GTX if…
- you want more foam under your heel
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
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