The Hoka Mach 7 is a neutral road running shoe and the Nike Zoom Fly 6 is a road running shoe. The Mach 7 is 0.9 oz lighter (8.4 oz vs 9.3 oz), costs about $35 less (from $145) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (5 mm vs 8 mm). The Zoom Fly 6 is rated higher by buyers (4.7 vs 4.2 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Mach 7 | Zoom Fly 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145 | $180–$190 |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 (54 reviews) | 4.7 / 5 (314 reviews) |
| Weight | 8.4 oz | 9.3 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 5 mm | 8 mm |
| Cushioning | Firm / responsive | — |
| Support | Neutral | — |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Hoka and Nike, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Mach 7 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
Get the Zoom Fly 6 if…
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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