Head-to-Head
H1vsLaunch 12
The H1 and Launch 12 are both daily trainer shoes built for trail running. The H1 retails for $160 while the Launch 12 comes in at $120 — a $40 difference. The H1 is the lighter shoe at 8.5 oz versus 8.9 oz for the Launch 12. In our ratings, the H1 edges out the Launch 12 — 8.5/10 versus 8.2/10.
| Rating | 8.5 / 10✓ | 8.2 / 10 | |
| Price | $160 | $120✓ | |
| Weight | 8.5 oz✓ | 8.9 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Trail | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 35 mm | 35 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Breathable✓ | |
| Traction | High✓ | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
