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Altra Motiv FLX vs New Balance Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux

The Altra Motiv FLX and New Balance Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux are both neutral road running shoes with balanced cushioning. The Motiv FLX is rated higher by buyers (4.7 vs 3.9 out of 5). The Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux costs about $45 less (from $79.99).

Altra Motiv FLX

Altra

Motiv FLX

4.7 (44)

$125

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New Balance Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux

New Balance

Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux

3.9 (1,035)

$79.99

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Specs side by side

SpecMotiv FLXFresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux
Price $125 $79.99
Rating 4.7 / 5 (44 reviews) 3.9 / 5 (1,035 reviews)
Weight 10.7 oz —
Heel-to-toe drop 4 mm 4–6 mm
Heel stack height 28 mm —
Cushioning Balanced Balanced
Support Neutral Neutral
Surface Road Road
Available for Men & Women Women

Specs and prices from Altra and New Balance, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.

Which should you get?

Get the Motiv FLX if…

  • it fits you better or you like its colors

Get the Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux if…

  • you want to spend less

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