Which is better for backpacking?

The Keen Targhee 4 Mid. Its leather upper, mid-height collar and stiffer build handle a loaded pack and rough ground better than the low, soft Hoka.

Which is better for fast day hikes?

The Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX. At 10 oz per shoe it is far lighter than the 20.11 oz Keen, and the EVA midsole cushions long miles.

Is the Hoka worth $45 more?

Only if weight and cushioning matter most to you. The Keen costs $134.99 at Amazon and the Hoka $180.00 at HOKA as of November 4, 2026, and the Keen gives more protection for less.

Which keeps feet drier?

Both are waterproof. The Hoka uses GORE-TEX Invisible Fit, which breathes well; the Keen uses its own KEEN.DRY membrane under leather, which is durable but warmer.

The Keen, generally. Nubuck leather and a TPU outsole hold up longer on rock and scree than the Hoka's mesh upper and rubber outsole.

Do they fit the same?

No. Keen fits wide with a roomy toe box; Hoka runs narrower with more arch support. Try your usual size in each before buying.

Keen Targhee 4 Mid-height Waterproof Hiking Shoes vs Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX Hiking Shoes

Buy the Keen Targhee 4 Mid if you want a supportive leather boot for rough trails, cold weather and heavy loads, and you want to spend less: $134.99 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026. Buy the Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX if you want a light, cushioned low-cut shoe for fast day hikes and you accept the higher price: $180.00 at HOKA as of November 4, 2026. The Keen costs about $45 less and has more ankle coverage; the Hoka is roughly half the weight per shoe.

Today the Keen Targhee 4 Mid-height Waterproof Hiking Shoes costs $45.01 less at its best price.

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