Side by side comparison: Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 vs Hoka Arahi 9

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$145$164$150$123$109

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 5Stability: 10Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 7Tempo: 5Race: 3Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Outstanding stability
All-day comfort
Durable outsole
Limited energy return
Heavy for faster runs

Specs

Best for5:15–6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack39 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight301 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationstability
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A top-tier stability daily trainer prioritizing comfort, support, and durability over speed.

Where to Buy

Hoka Arahi 9
HokaArahi 9

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.6

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$155$132$121$99$88

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 4Stability: 9Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 5

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 7Tempo: 4Race: 3Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Outstanding stability
Durable outsole
Breathable, supportive upper
Poor energy return
Heavy for category
Tapered toe box

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack38 mm heel / 30 mm forefoot
Weight284 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationoverpronation
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable daily trainer with plush heel, firm ride, and outstanding durability for easy miles.