Side by side comparison: ASICS Sonicblast 2 vs Brooks Hyperion Max 4

ASICS Sonicblast 2
ASICSSonicblast 2

Speed Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$190$219$201$164$146

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 6Long: 8Tempo: 10Race: 8Recovery: 5

Pros & Cons

Outstanding stability for stack height
Excellent energy return
Breathable, secure upper
Narrow toe box
Firm at slow paces
High price

Specs

Best for3:45–5:15 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack46 mm heel / 38 mm forefoot
Weight242 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

Stable, energetic super trainer excelling at tempo and marathon-pace runs; firm for easy days.

Where to Buy

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$200$201$185$151$134

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 8Stability: 8Durability: 7Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 7Long: 9Tempo: 8Race: 6Recovery: 5

Pros & Cons

Outstanding long-run comfort
Secure, premium upper
Stable platform
Heavier than competitors
Narrow fit
Limited breathability

Specs

Best for4:15–5:30 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack45mm total stack height
Weight286 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

Premium super trainer with plush comfort, stable ride, and responsive forefoot for long runs.

Where to Buy