Both gaits are an intermediate speed between a walk and a canter or gallop; ambling gaits are four-beat gaits, whereas the trot is a two-beat gait. The extra footfalls provide additional smoothness to a rider because the horse always has at least one foot on the ground.
Both gaits represent an intermediate pace between a walk and a canter or gallop; ambling gaits are characterized by four beats, while the trot is marked by two beats. The additional footfalls contribute to a more comfortable ride for the horse due to its constant contact with the ground.