Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel-Kayano 32 vs Brooks Glycerin GTS 22

ASICS Gel-Kayano 32
ASICSGel-Kayano 32

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$165$170$156$128$114

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 6Stability: 10Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Outstanding stability
High comfort and cushioning
Durable construction
Heavy for daily use
Lacks speed and pop

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack40 mm heel
Weight300 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationstability
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A premium, stability-focused daily trainer excelling in comfort and support for long, easy runs.

Where to Buy

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$125$158$145$118$105

Reasonable

Phasing Out

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 7Stability: 10Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Exceptional stability
Durable outsole
Breathable upper
Heavy for daily use
Firm initial feel
Fit requires careful lacing

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack39 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight303 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationstability
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A premium stability daily trainer with top-tier support and durability, but a firmer, heavier ride.