Side by side comparison: Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 vs Brooks Hyperion Max 4

Product Judgment

8.6

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$275$302$277$227$201

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 4Long: 9Tempo: 8Race: 10Recovery: 3

Pros & Cons

Stable for a super shoe
Dynamic, propulsive ride
Breathable, secure upper
Heel collar irritation
Thin, non-gusseted tongue
High price

Specs

Best for2:45–4:30 min/km
Drop7 mm
Stack40 mm heel / 33 mm forefoot
Weight193 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Stable, dynamic carbon racer excelling at long-distance road races; minor comfort issues.

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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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