Brooks Adrenaline GTS
Every version of the Adrenaline GTS we track, compared on ratings, specs and current price.
The score is the median Better Shoes Rating of the line's shoes, out of 100. The average product line scores 76, and the Adrenaline GTS scores above 71% of the lines we track.
Brooks Adrenaline GTS vs. Other Shoes
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Each dot is one version of the Adrenaline GTS, placed by its rating and release year.
Release year
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| Version | Released | Weight | Stack | Score | Change | Reviews | Price |
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| Brooks Adrenaline GTS | 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 In stock | 2025 | 8.9 oz (men's) | 39/27mm · 12mm drop | 81 | -13 | 2 | $155 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24 | 2024 | — | — | 93 | -4 | 5 | $140 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23 | 2023 | 9.6 oz | 36/24mm · 12mm drop | 97 | +6 | 21 | $140 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 | 2021 | 9.7 oz | 36/24mm · 12mm drop | 91 | -4 | 23 | $140 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21 | 2020 | 8.6 oz (women's) | 32/20mm · 12mm drop | 95 | +25 | 7 | $130 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 20 | 2019 | 9.5 oz | 34/24mm · 10mm drop | 70 | -12 | 8 | $130 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 19 | 2018 | 10.3 oz | 36/24mm · 12mm drop | 82 | -4 | 40 | $130 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 18 | 2017 | 9.3 oz | 12mm drop | 86 | +9 | 38 | $120 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 16 | 2017 | 10.1 oz | 30/18mm · 12mm drop | 77 | -6 | 9 | $150 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 17 | 2016 | 10.0 oz | 12mm drop | 83 | +11 | 12 | $120 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 12 | 2016 | 10.4 oz | — | — | — | — | $110 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 15 | 2014 | 10.1 oz | 31/19mm · 12mm drop | 73 | -21 | 34 | $130 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 14 | 2013 | 10.4 oz | 12mm drop | 94 | +18 | 78 | $120 MSRP |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 13 | 2012 | 11.9 oz | 31/19mm · 12mm drop | 76 | — | 56 | $110 MSRP |
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Adrenaline GTS 2581 Good Good · 4 reviews · Confidence 61/100
v25 (2025) · Daily trainer · Stability · 8.9 oz (men's) · 12mm drop · 39mm stack
Reviewers praise the comfort and support.
Durability 84$130 $155 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:33 AM UTCOverall81Comfort87Durability84Cushioning83Appearance65Value59Confidence61Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers praise the comfort and support.
At 8.9 oz one reviewer calls it a lighter version of an old friend.
The four Adrenaline GTS versions before it score 91 to 97.
Cons
Value draws the lowest ratings of the four reviews so far, at 3.3 out of 5.
One reviewer says the cushioning degrades fast, and durability rates 3.5 out of 5.
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Adrenaline GTS 2493 Excellent Excellent · 16 reviews · Confidence 89/100
v24 (2024) · Daily trainer · Stability
Comfort and cushioning both average about 4.4 out of 5 across the sixteen reviews so far.
Durability 91MSRP $140
Overall93Durability91Cushioning89Comfort88Value81Appearance81Confidence89Buy it now
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Pros
Comfort and cushioning both average about 4.4 out of 5 across the sixteen reviews so far.
Two long-time Adrenaline runners say the fit and feel stay consistent year to year.
Two reviewers value the steady, supportive feel.
Cons
Two reviewers report the toe upper wearing through or a shorter life than they remember, and durability is the weakest dimension at 3.9 out of 5.
The Adrenaline GTS 23 before it scores 97 on sixty reviews.
It lists at $140, though one reviewer says they are now pushing $175 and calls that insane.
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Adrenaline GTS 2397 Exceptional Exceptional · 60 reviews · Confidence 97/100
v23 (2023) · Daily trainer · Stability (Maximum) · 9.6 oz · 12mm drop · 36mm stack
Reviewers rate durability 4.7 out of 5. Two report 400 miles or more per pair, one past 700.
Durability 99MSRP $140
Overall97Durability99Comfort98Value97Cushioning95Appearance84Confidence97Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers rate durability 4.7 out of 5. Two report 400 miles or more per pair, one past 700.
Reviewers report comfort straight out of the box, without blisters.
Three reviewers coming from the Adrenaline GTS 22 rate this version 5 out of 5.
Cons
Reviewers rate appearance 4.3 out of 5, its lowest dimension, and two call the styling bulky or dated.
It weighs 10.1 oz, and two reviewers say it is too heavy for tempo runs and track work.
Two reviewers call it solid but unexciting, with no standout quality.
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Adrenaline GTS 2291 Very good Very good · 55 reviews · Confidence 95/100
v22 (2021) · Daily trainer · Stability (Maximum) · 9.7 oz · 12mm drop · 36mm stack
Several reviewers get 400 miles or more, and one runs 700 before retiring a pair.
Durability 98MSRP $140
Overall91Durability98Cushioning90Value89Comfort82Appearance70Confidence95Buy it now
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Pros
Several reviewers get 400 miles or more, and one runs 700 before retiring a pair.
Reviewers consistently praise the steady, supportive ride for daily training miles.
Many runners find the cushioning suits long, easy road runs.
Cons
Several reviewers find the foam firm and the ride clunky at speed.
Five of the twenty-three reviewers who report fit say it runs big, and two describe it as loose.
Two reviewers say the midsole goes flat by 150 to 200 miles, well before the outsole wears out.
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Adrenaline GTS 2195 Excellent Excellent · 10 reviews · Confidence 90/100
v21 (2020) · Daily trainer · Stability · 8.6 oz (women's) · 12mm drop · 32mm stack
All ten reviewers so far rate it 4 out of 5 or better overall, averaging 4.8.
Durability 98MSRP $130
Overall95Durability98Comfort89Cushioning85Value81Appearance70Confidence90Buy it now
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Pros
All ten reviewers so far rate it 4 out of 5 or better overall, averaging 4.8.
One reviewer uses it for easy miles, tempo and progression runs and speed work.
The Adrenaline GTS 20 before it scores 70 on ten reviews.
Cons
Appearance is the weakest dimension at 4.0 out of 5.
One reviewer sees it wear down quickly and stop controlling their overpronation.
Cushioning averages 4.3 out of 5, and one reviewer calls it moderate.
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Adrenaline GTS 2070 Decent Decent · 10 reviews · Confidence 78/100
v20 (2019) · Daily trainer · Stability · 9.5 oz · 10mm drop · 34mm stack
Durability is its best-rated dimension, and one reviewer's pairs last 500 to 1,000 miles.
Durability 98MSRP $130
Overall70Durability98Cushioning89Comfort85Value81Appearance62Confidence78Buy it now
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Pros
Durability is its best-rated dimension, and one reviewer's pairs last 500 to 1,000 miles.
Several runners find the ride stable and easy on their feet.
Several long-term Adrenaline wearers say the fit still works for them in this version.
Cons
The Adrenaline GTS 19 before it scores 81, and the 21 after it 95, against this shoe's 70.
Two reviewers say this version lacks the support and cushioning of other Adrenalines, one calling it heavy.
One reviewer finds it absorbs more water than previous models.
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Adrenaline GTS 1982 Good Good · 40 reviews · Confidence 95/100
v19 (2018) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.3 oz · 12mm drop · 36mm stack
Reviewers praise the blend of stability and cushioning on long runs.
Durability 99MSRP $130
Overall82Durability99Cushioning96Comfort94Value86Appearance77Confidence95Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers praise the blend of stability and cushioning on long runs.
Many runners report high mileage before it breaks down, one at 1,100 miles.
Several reviewers say it is the only shoe that keeps their shin splints away.
Cons
At 11.0 oz, several reviewers find it heavy and stiff.
A minority report the forefoot outsole wearing or the cushioning flattening early.
Two reviewers found the sizing ran short and had to go up.
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Adrenaline GTS 1886 Good Good · 38 reviews · Confidence 96/100
v18 (2017) · Daily trainer · Stability · 9.3 oz · 12mm drop
Reviewers rate comfort 4.6 out of 5, and two single out the near-seamless upper for not raising blisters.
Durability 96MSRP $120
Overall86Comfort96Durability96Cushioning93Value86Appearance72Confidence96Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers rate comfort 4.6 out of 5, and two single out the near-seamless upper for not raising blisters.
Five reviewers say the support suits them and has kept them running without trouble.
Three reviewers say it fit well from the first run, one buying it in a wide.
Cons
Reviewers rate durability 4.1 out of 5, and five report the cushioning or outsole going sooner than they expected.
Reviewers rate appearance 4.1 out of 5, its joint lowest dimension, and one says it does not look cool.
One of thirty-eight reviewers so far says rising prices are eroding the value.
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Adrenaline GTS 1677 Decent Decent · 9 reviews · Confidence 85/100
v16 (2017) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.1 oz · 12mm drop · 30mm stack
Reviewers with flat feet rely on it for daily support, one calling it what keeps her running.
Durability 95MSRP $150
Overall77Durability95Cushioning79Value73Comfort73Appearance58Confidence85Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers with flat feet rely on it for daily support, one calling it what keeps her running.
Reviewers find it comfortable for training and light enough to race.
Cons
Two reviewers report the outsole wearing or the sole packing down early, one within 15 miles.
The Adrenaline GTS 17 after it scores 83 on twelve reviews against its 76.
Appearance draws the lowest ratings of any dimension, at 3.9 out of 5.
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Adrenaline GTS 1783 Good Good · 12 reviews · Confidence 87/100
v17 (2016) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.0 oz · 12mm drop
Reviewers report the outsole holding up through high weekly mileage.
Durability 98MSRP $120
Overall83Durability98Cushioning92Value83Comfort73Appearance72Confidence87Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers report the outsole holding up through high weekly mileage.
Long-time Adrenaline wearers say the fit and feel match earlier versions.
Cons
One reviewer of ten years' standing finds it heavy, bulky and unresponsive for faster running.
Two reviewers say it wears out sooner than they would like, one at 30 miles a week.
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Adrenaline GTS 1573 Decent Decent · 34 reviews · Confidence 94/100
v15 (2014) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.1 oz · 12mm drop · 31mm stack
Reviewers report pairs lasting well, some longer than expected.
Durability 97MSRP $130
Overall73Durability97Cushioning83Value81Comfort65Appearance64Confidence94Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers report pairs lasting well, some longer than expected.
Many runners stick with Adrenalines for years and keep repurchasing, several citing a decade or more.
Cons
Several reviewers found it tight and sized up half a size, and two with narrow feet say this version is too wide.
The Adrenaline GTS 14 before it scores 94 on seventy-eight reviews against its 72.
Appearance draws the lowest ratings of any dimension, at 4.0 out of 5.
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Adrenaline GTS 1494 Excellent Excellent · 78 reviews · Confidence 98/100
v14 (2013) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.4 oz · 12mm drop
Reviewers commonly report 350 to 500 miles from a pair.
Durability 98MSRP $120
Overall94Durability98Cushioning90Comfort88Value77Appearance58Confidence98Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers commonly report 350 to 500 miles from a pair.
Many reviewers train 50-plus mile weeks in it without it breaking down.
Comfort averages 4.5 out of 5, and reviewers describe it as supportive on long steady runs.
Cons
At 11.3 oz, reviewers find it heavy for faster running.
Four reviewers wear holes through the upper near the toes.
Appearance is the weakest dimension at 3.9 out of 5, and five reviewers call the styling plain.
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Adrenaline GTS 1376 Decent Decent · 57 reviews · Confidence 96/100
v13 (2012) · Daily trainer · Stability · 11.9 oz · 12mm drop · 31mm stack
Runners with wide feet or orthotics often find the fit accommodating.
Durability 88MSRP $110
Overall76Cushioning90Durability88Comfort75Value59Appearance51Confidence96Buy it now
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Pros
Runners with wide feet or orthotics often find the fit accommodating.
Comfort is its best-rated dimension, and reviewers say it handles long pavement miles.
Long-term wearers report a consistent fit and years of injury-free running.
Cons
Reviewers report the cushioning and the outsole wearing out within a few hundred miles.
Averaging 11.9 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is far above the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers on sale, and several reviewers call it heavy and bulky.
Thirteen of fifty-seven reviewers report an injury while running in it.