Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX
Exact average 86.2 · 3 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 85
Image: Salomon4 professional reviewers tested the Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX, and 3 recommend it.
Reviewed by CleverHiker, RunRepeat, OutdoorGearLab and 1 more
The catch: It gives less support under heavy loads and runs narrow.
Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.
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What 4 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 96CleverHiker
A light, fast hiking boot with minimal break-in, excellent traction and good all-round value.
Read CleverHiker review - 87RunRepeat
Lab testing shows a light, stable and grippy mid boot with solid waterproofing, held back mainly by firm, limited cushioning and weak breathability.
Read RunRepeat review - 73OutdoorGearLab
A very light waterproof boot with remarkable stability, good traction and easy comfort, ranked mid-pack because durability is average and the padded ankle needs tight lacing.
Read OutdoorGearLab review - 89est.SectionHiker
A light, comfortable waterproof mid boot with a secure heel fit, dependable grip and good toe protection.
Read SectionHiker review
"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates
What critics praise most
No clear pattern.
What critics dislike most
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Common questions
Is the Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX worth it?
Most critics think so: 3 of 4 recommend it. It gives less support under heavy loads and runs narrow.
Do critics agree about the Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX?
Broad agreement: scores range from 73 (OutdoorGearLab) to 96 (CleverHiker), a spread of 23 points across 4 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What is the best alternative to the Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX?
The Hoka Kaha 3 GTX (critic score 90), top pick, narrowly.