Side by side comparison: ASICS Superblast 3 vs Brooks Hyperion Max 4

ASICS Superblast 3
ASICSSuperblast 3

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.5

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$210$244$224$183$163

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 10Tempo: 7Race: 6Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Plush, energetic cushioning
Stable high-stack platform
Excellent outsole durability
Firm lower foam feels stiff
Upper volume too high for narrow feet

Specs

Best for5:30-7:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack46.5 mm heel / 38.5 mm forefoot
Weight239 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Elite max-cushion trainer balancing plush comfort, stability, and durability for high-mileage road running.

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.

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