Side by side comparison: Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 vs Nike Alphafly 4
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2026
Price Judgment
Reasonable
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Stable for a super shoe
Dynamic, propulsive ride
Breathable, secure upper
Heel collar irritation
Thin, non-gusseted tongue
High price
Specs
| Best for | 2:45–4:30 min/km |
| Drop | 7 mm |
| Stack | 40 mm heel / 33 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 193 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
Stable, dynamic carbon racer excelling at long-distance road races; minor comfort issues.
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Product Judgment
Elite
released 2026
Price Judgment
Reasonable
Not Yet Released
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Elite energy return
Softer, smoother ride
Improved forefoot stability
Heel instability for some
Loud, squeaky ride
Fit runs short
Specs
| Best for | 2:30–4:45 min/km |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Stack | 39 mm heel / 31 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 188 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
Propulsive marathon racer with softer cushioning; heel stability remains a limitation.