Brooks Hyperion Tempo

Neutral · Road · 8 oz · 8mm drop · 31/23mm stack

Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock.

How it ranks

The Brooks Hyperion Tempo rates in the 99th percentile overall among racing shoes. Its strongest dimension is value (98th percentile); its weakest is cushioning (61st). Of 12 runners who came to it from another shoe, 9 preferred it to what they ran before.

Based on 20 runner reviews.

Brooks Hyperion Tempo

/ 5

Exceptional

Overall rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Exceptional (99/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 99% of shoes

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99/100
Overall

Overall rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Exceptional (99/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 99% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

99
Value

Value rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Exceptional (97/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 97% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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97
Durability

Durability rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Exceptional (97/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 96% of shoes

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97
Appearance

Appearance rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Exceptional (97/100)

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Scores better than 96% of shoes

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97
Comfort

Comfort rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Excellent (95/100)

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Scores better than 94% of shoes

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95
Cushioning

Cushioning rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Good (77/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 61% of shoes

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77

What runners say

“The shoe is very light weight making it easy for runners to have a faster turnover of their stride.”
5/5 Full review
“The cushioning is just right to save the legs from pounding running on pavement without being mushy.”
Karl Sproll 5/5 Full review
“200 miles on my pair with little signs of wear.”
Runsplit 5/5 Full review
“It doesn't suck the energy out of my stride like other soft shoes - gives a good amount back.”
4/5 Full review
“Consistently get 500+ miles out of each pair.”
slowHSrunner 5/5 Full review
“I can feel a nice energy return with each stride.”
5/5 Full review
“The stability that these provide for its weight class is top notch.”
Runsplit 5/5 Full review
“The sole is a great combination of cushioned and responsive.”
Laurence Chandy 5/5 Full review
“The cushion is fairly minimal on this shoe, and provides a great feel for the ground under your feet.”
4/5 Full review
“The sole is a lot thinner making it wear out faster.”
5/5 Full review

Prefer this shoe over another

60% 9/15

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Most reviewers like this shoe more than their last shoe.

Reader Ratings

38 reader ratings
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Runner reviews

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Light and comfortable for faster sessions. It doesn’t have as much cushion as an everyday trainer, but it still provides good support. Feels light and peppy. It seems a little expensive, but unfortunately in line with most comparable shoes.

Anonymous runner · Jul 5, 2023

5/5

Overall

Light and comfortable for faster sessions. It doesn’t have as much cushion as an everyday trainer, but it still provides good support. Feels light and peppy to run in on faster days. It seems a little expensive, but unfortunately prices of most shoes are increasing. It’s in line with most comparable shoes.

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

Nice training shoe for up-tempo distance

Anonymous runner · Jul 3, 2023

4/5

Overall

I was concerned that they would be too flexible for my feet (poor foot mechanics) but this wasn't the case. They are soft and the  cushioning is very nice, but it doesn't suck the energy out of my stride like other soft shoes - gives a good amount back. They're nice and light with a comfortable upper (seems stretchy). Can't say they were super durable though. The cushion seems to have lost a bit of it's energy return after about 100 miles.

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

Reader review

Anonymous runner · Jul 2, 2023

4/5

Overall

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
3/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5

Lightweight shoe

Anonymous runner · Jun 28, 2023

4/5

Overall

I have a low volume foot with wide toes and a slightly narrow heel. I have a hard time finding running shoes that fit. These fit me pretty well. I like that these shoes are lightweight and flex easily.

Comfort
3/5
Cushioning
3/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5

Lightweight all-around shoe

DougC · Jun 11, 2023

5/5

Overall

The Hyperion Tempo is a solid lightweight shoe that fits my narrow foot very well.   I’m a heel striker and typically get 300-400 miles until the outsole shows significant west.   It’s cushioned enough for long runs, but light enough for track work and tempos.   if you’re someone who doesn’t need the carbon plated super shoes, the Hyperion Tempo is great. 

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5

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Shoe properties
Type
Racing
Racing
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
8 oz M Lightest
9.4 oz M
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Stack
31/23mm
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Drop
8mm
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7mm
Release
2020 Q1
2024 Q3 Newest
2024 Q2
MSRP
$150
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$200
Best price
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$189.99
$149.99 Lowest price
Ratings
Overall
Exceptional (99%)
Exceptional (98%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Excellent (94%)
Exceptional (98%)
Exceptional (99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Above average (61%)
Exceptional (97%)
Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Excellent (96%)
Very good (84%)
Exceptional (99%) Best durability
Appearance
Excellent (96%)
Very good (81%)
Exceptional (97%) Best appearance
Value
Exceptional (98%) Best value
Good (71%)
Very good (87%)
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