Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 review

The Xodus Ultra 4 is what Saucony sells to runners who want more foam than the Peregrine. Saucony puts it in its max cushioning category and stacks 36 mm under the heel and 30 mm under the forefoot, a 6 mm offset. The midsole places soft, bouncy PWRRUN PB directly underfoot and frames it with firmer PWRRUN for durability and protection, a design that aims to keep a soft shoe stable on uneven ground. A full-coverage Vibram Megagrip outsole with 4 mm lugs handles grip, and Saucony describes the shoe as built for long-haul adventures. The listed weight is 10.9 oz, which is light for this much cushion. A GTX version is sold on the same page. The costs are price and lug depth: at $170 it is $20 more than the Peregrine 16, and its 4 mm lugs are less aggressive than the 5 mm lugs on the Merrell shoes. The page we checked offered only a medium width.

Who it is for

Ultrarunners and long-distance trail runners who want the softest ride Saucony makes for the trail.

Price

$170 for the men's version at the Saucony US store when checked.

Men's Xodus Ultra 4 $170.00 USD
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 9, 2026.

Key features

• PWRRUN PB foam directly underfoot inside a PWRRUN frame
• 36 mm heel and 30 mm forefoot stack with a 6 mm offset
• Full-coverage Vibram Megagrip outsole
• 4 mm lugs
• Listed weight of 10.9 oz (309 g), with a GTX version sold

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Saucony's max cushioning category
• Strength: Full Vibram Megagrip coverage
• Strength: Lighter than the Nike Zegama and Altra Lone Peak
• Weakness: $20 more than the Peregrine 16
• Weakness: 4 mm lugs are shallower than the Merrell shoes
• Weakness: Only a medium width on the page we checked

Key facts

• Price: $170 (men's)
• Weight: 10.9 oz (309 g)
• Stack height: 36 mm heel, 30 mm forefoot
• Drop: 6 mm
• Outsole: Vibram Megagrip, 4 mm lugs

Where it ranks

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 is No. 5 in our Best Trail Running Shoes verdict.