Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel Pulse 17 vs Brooks Revel 9

ASICS Gel Pulse 17
ASICSGel Pulse 17

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.9

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$105$149$137$112$100

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Excellent stability
Protective cushioning
Premium upper comfort
Heavier than predecessor
Snug forefoot fit
Limited flexibility

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack38 mm heel / 30 mm forefoot
Weight271 g (men's; UK official page)
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, well-cushioned daily trainer with premium comfort; best for routine, protective mileage.

Where to Buy

Brooks Revel 9
BrooksRevel 9

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.1

Solid

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$100$103$94$77$69

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 6Energy Return: 4Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 4

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 5Tempo: 4Race: 3Recovery: 5

Pros & Cons

Very stable platform
Excellent durability
Affordable price
Firm, harsh cushioning
Poor energy return
Heavy and stiff ride

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack32 mm heel / 24 mm forefoot
Weight9.5oz / 269.3g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, durable entry-level trainer best for easy runs and walking.