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X Ultra 4newer model: X Ultra 5 GTX
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Lightweight trail running shoes
Should you buy it??
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Quick take
In short: what each side says
Reviewers — each opened up in full further down ↓
Reviewers see the X Ultra 4 as a light, stable, well-cushioned hiking shoe with strong lockdown, though durability of the sole and insole draws real complaints from long-term wearers.
Quick read · who it’s for
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The verdict
What the panel makes of it.
The Salomon X Ultra 4 ranks #15 for beginner running shoes and delivers strong comfort and trail performance at $134–$155, though buyers report durability concerns and weak customer support that weaken its value proposition for reliability-focused runners.
Act one
What the machines think.
Several AI models read the category and place this product — model by model, list by list, over time.
Act two · ★ new
What the people say.
The same product, judged by the owners who bought and filmed it — what they praise, what they knock, who it's for.
Video reviews?
What reviewers actually say.
AI summary of 5 reviews · as of Jul 2026
Reviewers see the X Ultra 4 as a light, stable, well-cushioned hiking shoe with strong lockdown, though durability of the sole and insole draws real complaints from long-term wearers.
What they praise
- Very lightweight for a supportive hiking shoe
- Strong ankle and midfoot lockdown from the chassis and support strap
- Comfortable out of the box, good for both hiking and running
- Solid toe protection from the rubber toe cap
- Good traction and grip on varied terrain
What they knock
- Insole cushioning flattens out with heavy use
- Outsole lugs can wear down faster than expected on rocky or abrasive terrain
- Waterproofing can fail under sustained rain or deep puddles
- Upper material has been reported to blow out under heavy mileage
Who reviewers think this product is — and isn’t — for
For you if
Look elsewhere if
Synthesised from: RMK Outdoors · Ultimate Survival Gear · Dusty Hikers · Ridge & River · Short Reviews With Seth
New Salomon QUEST 4 GTX Or Salomon X ULTRA 4 MID GTX - Which Is Better?? (2021 Updates)
RMK Outdoors
Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review (NEW Salomon Hiking Shoes Review)
Ultimate Survival Gear
Salomon X Ultra 4 Review: Huge Performance!
Dusty Hikers
Salomon X Ultra 5 Fixed Everything Wrong About the X Ultra 4
Ridge & River
Salomon X Ultra 04 GTX Mid Hiking Shoe - Short Reviews with Seth
Short Reviews With Seth
Act three · ★ new
Do they agree?
Put the machine's rank and the owners' score in one frame, settle it with a verdict, and answer the only question that matters: should you buy it?
The disagreement
Where the juries actually split.
Ultimate Survival Gear
4.5/ 5
the warmest read in the room
Short Reviews With Seth
1.5/ 5
the toughest read in the room
What splits them
One reviewer found the shoe fell short on underfoot rock protection compared to rivals, while others praised its protection overall
Per-critic scores from the video reviews above?
Find your situation?
Made for some — wrong for others.
Who reviewers think this product is — and isn’t — for
For you if
Look elsewhere if
You need a proven shoe you can trust to perform consistently on varied terrain.
Nearly 2000 reviews show broad consensus; Salomon is an established outdoor brand with a settled product line.
You want a capable trail shoe without overspending on premium branding.
Mid-range price with solid 4.0 rating covers trail basics well; no obvious cheaper rival delivers the same balanced performance.
You want a trail shoe that works straight out of the box without fussing.
Mid-tier fit and comfort suggest it's approachable; no special setup or configuration needed for basic trail use.
You're drawn to shoes with distinctive design or a passionate community following.
Mid-range design and mid-range performance don't signal the aesthetic or sensory delight that enthusiasts seek. Consider Fresh Foam X More v6.
Grounded in our buyer-review, reviewer-video, price and successor signals — a poor fit names a closer pick · as of Jul 6.
The recap
Where it stands today.
- Generation★Superseded by X Ultra 5 GTX — the newer model in Salomon’s lineup.
- MakerBy Salomon — see how it ranks across other intents on its brand profile.