Customer Reviews Hoka Clifton 8

I have plantar fasciitis and was told to get this shoe. It doesn’t give me the relief I’d expected but it is a good fit. I’m hoping with my foot healing the shoe gets more comfortable.

The fit is off on this style the Clifton 8. They are too big.

The fitting size was fine. The color was different than online picture. On the picture, it shows the yellow laces and a yellow lip coming up to the front of the shoe. Once again it was orange not yellow. I kept them, but I wasn’t as happy as I would be, they should put pictures that match the color. This is the second time and the third time I got a pair that were used. I finally ordered a pair. They came true to the color on the site. they were comfortable, but I also put in an extra in there so because of my planters fasciitis.

Decided not to go up 1/2 size for insert to fit, and I’m glad I didn’t. I wanted these shoes to “hug my feet,” and they do without pinching or feeling too small. Just not as comfortable as I imaged them to be.

The extra cushioning only took a couple long walks to get used to. Nice fit,,,wide was just wide enough, length perfect ..my usual 8.5. My only criticism is the heel. I think I must walk with a harder heel plant. I have a pain on my heels that lasts most of my walk. No issues after I take them off. Never had this when I used high end running shoes. Could use a bit more arch support. I plan to buy a gel heel wedge.

Overall once again I'm very please with Hoka. I tried a different style after purchasing the Bondi 7 which unfortunately I beat to death. I am a courier and am on my feet pretty much 50 hrs a week. Various foot issues including plantar fasciitis and a broken metatarsal had me searching for a forgiving but well-constructed shoe. I hit it with the Bondi 7. However, like an idiot, I tried to save 30$ and get the cheaper Clifton 8. It's a fine shoe but I can tell it's not as sturdy construction-wise and not the super cushy Hoka feel. Probably great for walkers. They remind me a bit of Asics mid-range which I used to swear by. My advice is you are gonna depend on these every day. Get a bit more with the Bondi

I switched to Hoka Clifton 8 from Brooks Ghost. I wore Brooks for years but the wide option gets more narrow every year. The latest Brooks Ghost hurt my feet, knees, hips after my first run and even more the second run. I saw Hoka 8's were a good alternative for running shoes. The wide option is wide enough for my feet. I did not size down as some reviews have said, I got my usual size. They are a tad more roomy in length than my Brooks but that does not bother me. I only run a mile a day, but I felt these to be comfortable, no pain or discomfort after. I will keep with Hokas for now and suggest them for wide feet people.

Love these shoes ~~ I accidentally ordered 7.5 (instead of 8)... thank goodness I did. The 8 would have been huge. Others have stated the toe box is too large. True. I would not be able to run in these! But, they are perfect for work, & I can wear them in gym for stationary bike & elliptical (not for treadmill!).

Love them but I usually wear an 8.5 in Nikes and 8 was still too big for me.

Why can't HOKA stop changing numbers and keep a real winner like Clifton 7. Change up the color annually if they need to edit a perfect edition. These feel stiff and the heel is way too wide. Any why are women's shoes pastel peach when men's are vibrant orange??

I thought this shoe would be perfect as comfortable when first put on, but the arch support was simply not enough for me. Otherwise lightweight and nearly perfect.

I wanted to like these since everyone is always telling me how great Hokas are. But I did not find them wide enough in the toe box for me, nor as cushy as my Brooks Ghost 13s. So, I will return them and maybe try another style.

Wanted to like the shoe - but had to return. The toe box was more narrow than I like. The padding under and extending away from the laces dug into to top of my foot. I have a slim foot. Guess I'll stick with Brooks shoes, they are more comfortable but not as good looking...

On the edge of the shoe inside, the sole tilts up. I'm right on the edge of narrow and wide width shoes. Usually I don't have to buy wide shoes, but in this one, I had to return as the sloping inside portion of the sole was not comfortable. The length and toe box was otherwise great. Sad that they slope, was looking to upgrade my shoes.

Supportive and comfortable. Solid shoe for a neutral runner.