Brooks Anthem 7  Running Shoe Review

Reviewed Jun 29, 2026 at 11:29am
Tested using Methodology v0.11 
Brooks Anthem 7

Track

3.3
Marathon Racing 
5.9
5K/10K Racing 
3.1
Responsiveness 
3.9
Cushioning 
8.5
Lateral Stability 
9.4
True To Size 

Track

 0

We've tested these running shoes to expand our database and allow users to compare results to help with their buying decisions. We don't expect to write a full review, but if you have any questions about this product, please let us know.

Our Verdict

3.3
Marathon Racing 
5.9
5K/10K Racing 
3.1
Responsiveness 
8.5
Lateral Stability 
  • 3.3
    Marathon Racing
  • 5.9
    5K/10K Racing

  • Performance Usages

  • 3.1
    Responsiveness
  • 3.9
    Cushioning
  • 8.5
    Lateral Stability
  • 9.4
    True To Size
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Jun 29, 2026: Review published.
    2.  Updated Jun 22, 2026: Our testers have started testing this product.
    3.  Updated Jun 10, 2026: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
    4.  Updated May 26, 2026: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.
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    Test Results

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    Design
    6.0
    Weight
    Weight
    259.7 g (9.16 oz)
    Stack Heights
    Heel Stack Height
    28.5 mm
    Forefoot Stack Height
    20.2 mm
    Heel-To-Toe Drop
    8.3 mm
    Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
    10.0 mm
    External Shape
    Outsole Heel Width
    88 mm (3.5")
    Outsole Arch Width
    69 mm (2.7")
    Outsole Forefoot Width
    112 mm (4.4")
    Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
    3.09
    Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
    5.54
    Internal Shape
    Internal Length
    277 mm (10.9")
    Internal Heel Width
    64 mm (2.5")
    Internal Forefoot Width
    94 mm (3.7")
    Wide Sizing Available
    Yes
    9.6
    Forefoot Fit: Width
    Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation
    1.0 mm (0.039")
    Toe TTS Deviation
    -1.9 mm (-0.073")
    4.9
    Forefoot Fit: Height
    Toe TTS Deviation
    -6.0 mm (-0.237")
    9.0
    Arch Fit: Width
    Arch Width TTS Deviation
    -1.8 mm (-0.072")
    10
    Length Fit
    7.2
    Heel Rocker Geometry
    Heel Spring
    19 mm (0.7")
    Heel Apex Position
    17.1%
    Heel Rocker Angle
    20.8°
    5.5
    Forefoot Rocker Geometry
    Toe Spring
    40 mm (1.6")
    Toe Apex Position
    69.3%
    Forefoot Rocker Angle
    24.0°
    Other Features
    Tongue Gusset Type
    Non-gusseted
    Plate
    None
    Performance
    0.6
    Heel Compression Energy Return
    Heel Energy Return
    61.5%
    0.7
    Forefoot Compression Energy Return
    Forefoot Energy Return
    62.1%
    4.6
    Heel Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 550N
    2.09 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1100N
    6.43 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1900N
    11.74 J
    3.2
    Forefoot Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 800N
    2.16 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1300N
    3.77 J
    Energy Absorbed At 2050N
    5.76 J
    7.1
    Heel Firmness
    Firmness At 550N
    77.4 N/mm
    Firmness At 1100N
    143.7 N/mm
    Firmness At 1900N
    276.9 N/mm
    9.7
    Forefoot Firmness
    Firmness At 800N
    226.9 N/mm
    Firmness At 1300N
    445.7 N/mm
    Firmness At 2050N
    695.3 N/mm
    2.9
    Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 10km
    3.50 J
    Energy Absorbed At 20km
    3.37 J
    Energy Absorbed At 30km
    3.31 J
    Energy Absorbed At 40km
    3.27 J
    5.0
    Rocker Stiffness
    Force To Flatten The Rocker
    43 N
    2.2
    Forefoot Bending Energy Return
    Forefoot Bending Energy Return
    47.3%
    4.0
    Forefoot Bending Stiffness
    Forefoot Bending Stiffness
    2.0 N/mm
    Forefoot Bending Force
    214 N