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Brooks Hyperion Max

Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 8.9 oz · 8mm drop · 46/38mm stack

Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock. The Brooks Hyperion Max 2 replaced it

How it ranks

The Brooks Hyperion Max is one of the strongest daily trainers in our data. Durability and looks are its strongest sub-ratings. Comfort scores well below its other sub-ratings. The rating rests on 24 runner reviews and 3 other rated shoes in the Hyperion Max product line.

Brooks Hyperion Max

of 5

Exceptional

98/100
Overall
98
Durability
89
Appearance
84
Cushioning
83
Value
79
Comfort
74
Confidence

Confidence

How settled the rating is against every other rated shoe. A shoe can rate high on confidence with relatively few reviews of its own when its product line has a long record and external ratings from retailer sites agree. Confidence will score low when we have few ratings or when runners disagree.

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Confidence

93/100

93

What runners say

“The midfoot is stiff which makes for a rocker-like ride and great energy return”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for 5K and 10K
“The DNA FLASH midsole makes it feel like I'm running on firm, responsive clouds”
3/5 Full review 20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Saucony Kinvara 13
“Fits so well I almost forgot I was wearing shoes while running in them”
5/5 Full review 35 mpw training for a marathon
“Easy to roll your ankle as the side-to-side stability is lacking”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for 5K and 10K
“Super light with the perfect combination of support, cushion, and pop”
5/5 Full review 20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v3
“The shoe fires when you get on the pace”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a marathon came from the Brooks Ghost 15
“The best feeling in the shoe is when picking up the pace”
5/5 Full review 35 mpw training for a marathon
“Feel fun to run in, but without the deep squish”
5/5 Full review 20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v3
“Super lightweight and felt great on my feet”
3/5 Full review 20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Saucony Kinvara 13
“Real cool shoe for mid strikers and bouncy feel”
5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for a marathon came from the Brooks Ghost 15

Prefer this shoe over another

80% 8/10

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Prices updated daily. Last checked Sep 14.


Pros

  • Reviewers say it feels fast and responsive when picking up pace.
  • It carries a 46mm heel stack at 8.9 oz, and reviewers repeatedly call it light.
  • Three reviewers note it does this without a carbon plate.

Cons

  • One reviewer says side-to-side stability is lacking on a 46mm heel stack and it is easy to roll an ankle.
  • One reviewer finds no support in it and has throbbing feet afterwards.
  • It lists at $200, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale, and value is the lowest-rated dimension at 4.0 out of 5.

Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale

Each dot is one rated shoe for sale, placed by its rating and by how much evidence sits behind it. Shoes toward the top right are both well rated and well established.

Confidence
50 60 70 80 90 100 25 50 75 100

Better Shoes Rating

Hyperion Max rates 98. This shoe has high certainty. See how we rate shoes.

Better Shoes Rating of prior versions of the Brooks Hyperion Max

Each dot is one version of the Hyperion Max, placed by its rating and release year. The gold dot is this shoe.

Rating

Release year

We use the reviews of past versions to inform this shoe’s rating. See why.
  • Hyperion Max 4

    2026 · 0 reviews

    90 Good

    35 Confidence

  • Hyperion Max 3

    2025 · 2 reviews

    93 Excellent

    75 Confidence

  • Hyperion Max 2

    2024 · 6 reviews

    97 Exceptional

    86 Confidence

  • Hyperion Max This shoe

    2023 · 24 reviews

    98 Exceptional

    93 Confidence

Reader Ratings

24 ratings
5/5 15
4/5 7
3/5 2
2/5 0
1/5 0

Specs & fit

Sizing and ride details at a glance.

Weight
8.9 oz
Release
2023 Q1
MSRP
$200
Stack Height
46mm heel - 38mm toe
Drop Height
8mm

Runner reviews

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Showing 1–5 of 16 written reviews

Best shoe for middle and highschoolers, But only for short races

3/5

Overall

The Brooks Hyperion Max is a solid running shoe that impressed me. From the moment I put them on, I could tell they were super lightweight and felt great on my feet. They're perfect for fast runs and shorter distances.
One of the best things about them is the cushioning. The DNA FLASH midsole makes it feel like I'm running on firm, responsive clouds, but it still gives me enough support. I love how bouncy and responsive they think, especially when I’m running at a faster pace.
The design is also pretty cool. They have a sleek, modern look that isn’t too flashy. My feet stay cool because the upper part is breathable, and they fit just right without being too tight.
Another bonus is the traction on the outsole. I've worn them for muddy XC races, and they grip well. I didn’t slip at all.
Overall, I think the Brooks Hyperion Max is an awesome choice for anyone who likes to run fast, whether you’re training for a race or just going for a jog. I recommend giving them a shot!

Anonymous runner · Oct 30, 2024

20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Saucony Kinvara 13

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

Review from a rookie

5/5

Overall

So far my first and only pair of running shoes but, in my experience with races and training, these are great shoes overall. They are extremely well priced especially with the discounts. The shoes have a spongy feel to them (good way) that make running on trails, tracks, and road. It is extremely breathable and lightweight.

Anonymous runner · Oct 28, 2024

20 mpw training for 5K and 10K

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

Reader review

4/5

Overall

Anonymous runner · Jun 17, 2024

20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Saucony Kinvara 15

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

Good Speed Day Shoe

5/5

Overall

This is a good speed day shoes that I found to be very durable and have good responsiveness and protection. I also enjoy that it doesn't have a carbon plate. I think this is a great shoe and I'm happy I bought it. It's more or less true to size but has a pretty wide toe box. 

Anonymous runner · Jun 14, 2024

40 mpw training for a marathon came from the HOKA Rincon 3

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

Light, Fast, and Supportive

5/5

Overall

Almost on par with a Vaporfly. The midfoot is stiff which makes for a rocker-like ride and great energy return. Can wear for everyday runs when you want to save your legs, tempo runs or races. Only issue is it's easy to roll your ankle as the side-to-side stability is lacking. 

Anonymous runner · Apr 13, 2024

50 mpw training for 5K and 10K

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

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Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
Speed / workouts
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
8.9 oz M
8.5 oz M Lightest
Stack
46/38mm
40/35mm
Drop
8mm
5mm
Release
2023 Q1
2026 Newest
2023 Q1
MSRP
$200
$200
$145
Best price
$199.95
$149.99 Lowest price
Ratings
Overall
Exceptional (98)
Good (90)
Exceptional (99) Best overall
Comfort
Decent (74)
Decent (75)
Exceptional (99) Best comfort
Cushioning
Good (83)
Good (86)
Exceptional (99) Best cushioning
Durability
Good (89)
Good (85)
Very good (92) Best durability
Appearance
Good (84)
Decent (75)
Very good (91) Best appearance
Value
Decent (79)
Good (83)
Good (88) Best value
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