The ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX is a neutral road running shoe and the Hoka Mafate 5 is a neutral trail running shoe. The GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX is rated higher by buyers (4.4 vs 4.2 out of 5). The Mafate 5 is 0.3 oz lighter (11.7 oz vs 12 oz) and costs about $15 less (from $185).
Specs side by side
| Spec | GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX | Mafate 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $185 |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 (140 reviews) | 4.2 / 5 (60 reviews) |
| Weight | 12 oz | 11.7 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Cushioning | — | Max |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Road, Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from ASICS and Hoka, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX if…
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
Get the Mafate 5 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
More comparisons
- ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX vs On Cloudrunner 3 Max LN1
- ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX vs Hoka Mafate X
- ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX vs ASICS GEL-SONOMA 8 GTX
- ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX vs Adidas Terrex Tracefinder 2 Climaproof Trail
- Hoka Mafate 5 vs Hoka Speedgoat 7
- Hoka Mafate 5 vs Saucony Peregrine 16
- Hoka Mafate 5 vs Nike ACG Pegasus Trail
- Hoka Mafate 5 vs Brooks Cascadia 20
- Hoka Mafate 5 vs ASICS TRABUCO 14