Side by side comparison: Brooks Revel Max vs New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v15

Brooks Revel Max
BrooksRevel Max

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.8

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$120$143$131$107$95

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 5Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 7Tempo: 5Race: 3Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Plush cushioning
Stable heel support
Durable outsole
Narrow fit
Lacks responsiveness
Heavier than average

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack36 mm heel / 30 mm forefoot
Weight278 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, plush daily trainer ideal for heel strikers seeking comfort over speed.

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$150$157$144$118$105

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Excellent stability
Cushioned, protective ride
Comfortable upper fit
Heavier than previous version
Stiff, less flexible ride
Outsole grip on wet surfaces

Specs

Best for5:00-6:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack40.5 mm heel / 34.5 mm forefoot
Weight286 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, max-stack daily trainer with firm cushioning; excels in comfort and reliability.

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