Meh, I don't think the Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX deserves to be on this list. They're okay but not great for serious hiking. La Sportiva and Salomon are way better choices IMO.
Great video! I've been using La Sportiva TX Hike GTX for a while now and they're amazing. So comfortable and durable. Definitely agree with your #5 pick.
I appreciate the detailed breakdown of each shoe. The La Sportiva Spire GTX seems like a solid choice for serious hikers. Thanks for the informative video!