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

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$150$203$186$152$135

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 7Stability: 9Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 9Tempo: 7Race: 6Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Excellent stability
Highly protective cushioning
Strong durability
Heavy for category
Less energetic than competitors
Stiff, bulky feel

Specs

Best for4:15-5:45 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack46 mm heel / 38 mm forefoot
Weight284 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Highly cushioned, stable super trainer best for long runs and steady uptempo efforts.

Where to Buy

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.

Where to Buy