Pretty impressive.  I don't own any hiking socks but bought these for a hiking trip.  The cost is steep for 1 pair!  But they functioned great, on multiple hikes of many miles.  And I was worried they would be hot but somehow they are not.  Very comfortable and they have a nice shape tailored to a foot so they stay on pretty well.  They run a little big I would say though, be aware.  The only negative thing is the price, which precludes buying more than 1 pair of these.