Side by side comparison: Brooks Hyperion Max 3 vs Saucony Endorphin Trainer

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 2025

Price Judgment

~$100$157$144$118$105

Strong Buy

Limited Availability

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 6Race: 5Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Excellent forefoot cushioning
Stable wide platform
High energy return
Heavy for category
Polarizing fit
Blocky at fast paces

Specs

Best for4:45-6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack42 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot
Weight285 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Max-cushion carbon-plated trainer with stable, plush ride; best for long, steady runs.

Where to Buy