Side by side comparison: Brooks Glycerin Max 2 vs Nike Vomero Premium

Product Judgment

7.2

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$200$142$130$106$95

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 7Long: 6Tempo: 3Race: 2Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Outstanding comfort
Highly durable build
Smooth transitions
Heavy and cumbersome
Less responsive than rivals
Potential instability

Specs

Best for5:45-7:30 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack45 mm heel / 39 mm forefoot
Weight340 g
Terrainroad
Widthwide
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Ultra-plush max-cushion trainer prioritizing comfort and durability, but heavy and less lively than rivals.

Where to Buy

Nike Vomero Premium
NikeVomero Premium

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.5

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$230$236$216$177$157

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 10Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 10

Pros & Cons

Exceptional cushioning
Plush, spacious upper
Stable for high stack
Heavy and bulky
Heel collar can rub

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack55 mm heel / 45 mm forefoot
Weight351 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Ultra-cushioned max trainer with plush ride, ideal for easy and recovery road runs.