HOKA Challenger ATR
Every version of the Challenger ATR we track, compared on ratings, specs and current price.
The score is the median Better Shoes Rating of the line's shoes, out of 100. The average product line scores 76, and the Challenger ATR scores above 40% of the lines we track.
HOKA Challenger ATR vs. Other Shoes
Each dot is one rated shoe: the Challenger ATR in gold, all other shoes in gray.
Rating by version, oldest first
Each dot is one version of the Challenger ATR, placed by its rating and release year.
Release year
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| Version | Released | Weight | Stack | Score | Change | Reviews | Price |
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| HOKA Challenger ATR 7 | 2025 | — | — | 70 | -15 | 3 | — |
| HOKA Challenger ATR 6 | 2020 | 9.3 oz | 37/32mm · 5mm drop | 85 | +9 | 5 | — |
| HOKA Challenger ATR 5 | 2019 | 9.1 oz | — | 76 | +10 | 6 | $130 MSRP |
| HOKA Challenger ATR 4 | 2017 | 8.5 oz | 5mm drop | 66 | -6 | 4 | $130 MSRP |
| HOKA Challenger ATR 2 | 2017 | 9.2 oz | 31/26mm · 5mm drop | 72 | -4 | 1 | $130 MSRP |
| HOKA Challenger ATR 3 | 2017 | 9.0 oz | 5mm drop | 76 | — | 2 | $130 MSRP |
6 shoes
Prices updated daily. Last checked Sep 14.
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HOKA
Challenger ATR 770 Decent Decent · 9 reviews · Confidence 61/100
v7 (2025) · Daily trainer · Neutral
Reviewers report reliable traction off road and rate cushioning 3.9 out of 5.
Durability 67Overall70Cushioning82Durability67Appearance64Comfort63Value58Confidence61Buy it now
Not available at tracked retailers right now.
Pros
Reviewers report reliable traction off road and rate cushioning 3.9 out of 5.
Cons
Appearance draws 3.7 out of 5 across nine reviewers, the lowest mark of any dimension, and comfort 4.0.
The Challenger ATR 6 before it scores 86 on six reviews against its 70.
Value draws 3.9 out of 5, low for a shoe reviewers otherwise describe in mild terms.
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HOKA
Challenger ATR 685 Good Good · 6 reviews · Confidence 71/100
v6 (2020) · Trail · Neutral · 9.3 oz · 5mm drop · 37mm stack
One of six reviewers so far finds it comfortable on road, gravel, grass and hill.
Durability 82Overall85Cushioning94Appearance89Comfort86Durability82Value71Confidence71Buy it now
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Pros
One of six reviewers so far finds it comfortable on road, gravel, grass and hill.
It stacks 37mm at the heel and weighs 9.8 oz, on a 5mm drop.
One of six reviewers so far reports grip on loose slate and no damage at 50 miles.
Cons
One of six reviewers so far records it as running small.
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HOKA
Challenger ATR 576 Decent Decent · 6 reviews · Confidence 69/100
v5 (2019) · Trail · Neutral · 9.1 oz
All six reviewers rate cushioning 5 out of 5, on trails, dirt roads and pavement.
Durability 76MSRP $130
Overall76Cushioning95Durability76Comfort74Appearance73Value59Confidence69Buy it now
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Pros
All six reviewers rate cushioning 5 out of 5, on trails, dirt roads and pavement.
Reviewers say the modest lugs let them run it on roads as well as trail.
Two reviewers with wide feet report a good fit in the wide sizing.
Cons
One reviewer wants more outsole durability for the price.
Value is its lowest-rated dimension, at 4.0 out of 5.
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HOKA
Challenger ATR 466 Below average Below average · 4 reviews · Confidence 44/100
v4 (2017) · Trail · Neutral · 8.5 oz · 5mm drop
Cushioning draws 5.0 out of 5, and reviewers describe it as comfortable on long runs.
Durability 73MSRP $130
Overall66Cushioning93Durability73Appearance69Comfort68Value57Confidence44Buy it now
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Pros
Cushioning draws 5.0 out of 5, and reviewers describe it as comfortable on long runs.
At 9.0 oz in the men's build and 8.0 oz in the women's it keeps that cushioning without much weight.
Runners use it for trails, gravel and easy recovery miles.
Cons
Value draws 3.8 out of 5 across four reviewers, the lowest mark of any dimension.
The Challenger ATR 5 and 6 after it score 76 and 86 against its 66.
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HOKA
Challenger ATR 272 Decent Decent · 1 review · Confidence 21/100
v2 (2017) · Trail · Neutral · 9.2 oz · 5mm drop
Light at 9.8 oz for a 31mm heel stack, on a 5mm drop.
Durability 66MSRP $130
Overall72Cushioning88Appearance68Comfort67Durability66Value64Confidence21Buy it now
Not available at tracked retailers right now.
Pros
Light at 9.8 oz for a 31mm heel stack, on a 5mm drop.
The one reviewer so far used it for high mileage through a cross country season and credits the sturdy sole with keeping him injury free.
Cons
Durability draws 3 out of 5 in the single review so far, and that reviewer wore a hole in the toe box.
The Challenger ATR 6 scores 86 on six reviews against its 70.
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HOKA
Challenger ATR 376 Decent Decent · 2 reviews · Confidence 29/100
v3 (2017) · Trail · Neutral · 9.0 oz · 5mm drop
Both reviewers so far praise the cushioning, one having switched to it after a run of shin and foot injuries.
Durability 61MSRP $130
Overall76Cushioning94Comfort73Appearance66Durability61Value58Confidence29Buy it now
Not available at tracked retailers right now.
Pros
Both reviewers so far praise the cushioning, one having switched to it after a run of shin and foot injuries.
Reviewers say it copes well on trails and pavement alike.
Cons
One reviewer had three pairs start ripping within about 150 miles each.
Durability and appearance both draw 3.0 out of 5 in the two reviews so far.