ASICS GT 2000 15 vs HOKA Gaviota 6
We haven't tested ASICS GT 2000 15 or HOKA Gaviota 6 yet, so their role suitability is estimated from published specs.
ASICS
GT 2000 15
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 75/100
Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and criticise the upper.
HOKA
Gaviota 6
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 80/100
Reviewers praise the stability and durability and split on the ride and cushioning.
The differences that matter
- ASICS GT 2000 15 is 31 g lighter.
- ASICS GT 2000 15 has the higher drop (8 mm vs 6 mm).
- ASICS GT 2000 15 costs $30 less at list price.
What reviewers say
Ride
ASICS GT 2000 15
Praised
The lighter, more energetic GT remains a stable daily trainer and can manage some uptempo work, though several reviewers find the firmer heel or added weight less smooth at faster paces.
HOKA Gaviota 6
Divisive
A smooth, rockered stability ride that feels planted and easy on daily miles, but heavy and dull when the pace rises.
Cushioning
ASICS GT 2000 15
Praised
The higher stack and revised FF BLAST MAX foam improve protection and bounce, while remaining firmer and less plush than premium max-cushion shoes.
HOKA Gaviota 6
Divisive
The tall CMEVA stack is protective at easy paces, though lab testers find shock absorption average and protection fades over long runs.
Upper
ASICS GT 2000 15
Criticised
The woven upper locks the foot securely, but the snug, tapered, low-volume toe box and stiff heel counter are common fit complaints; wide options help some runners.
HOKA Gaviota 6
Divisive
A roomy, padded upper with wide sizing options, but the midfoot lockdown is loose for some and the toe box is shallow.
Durability
ASICS GT 2000 15
Praised
Lab abrasion results and early road testing point to durable mesh and substantial outsole life.
HOKA Gaviota 6
Praised
The upper, heel padding and rubber outsole hold up well, with only modest wear in high-abrasion areas.
Grip
ASICS GT 2000 15
Praised
The AHAR rubber outsole earns strong wet-road traction results and testers report reliable grip in rainy conditions.
HOKA Gaviota 6
Praised
The redesigned outsole grips wet and dry roads well, and lab traction is clearly above average.
Stability
ASICS GT 2000 15
Praised
The 3D Guidance geometry and broad platform provide centered, unobtrusive support for mild-to-moderate overpronation.
HOKA Gaviota 6
Praised
The full-length H-Frame and broad platform deliver strong, unobtrusive guidance for overpronation.
Value
ASICS GT 2000 15
Praised
At about $150, reviewers see a durable, lighter stability trainer with enough versatility to justify the modest price increase.
HOKA Gaviota 6
Divisive
At $180 it is expensive for a shoe with dated foam, though its stability and durability justify some of the cost.
Which one to choose
Choose ASICS GT 2000 15 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you like a higher drop
- price matters
- its ride is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Daily training for mild-to-moderate overpronation
- Runners wanting lighter, less intrusive stability
- Long runs and steady uptempo miles
Choose HOKA Gaviota 6 if…
- you like a lower drop
Reviewers recommend it for
- Daily training
- Easy and long runs
- Walking and standing
Specifications
- Category
- Stability daily trainer
- Stability daily trainer
- Price
- $150$30 less
- $180
- Weight
- 252 g31 g lighter
- 283 g
- Drop
- 8 mm
- 6 mm2 mm lower drop
- Stack
- 38 / 30 mm
- 39 / 33 mm1 mm more stack
- Plate
- Not reported
- Not reported
- Stability
- Stability
- Stability
- Foam
- FF BLAST MAX
- compression molded foam
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE