Brooks Hyperion Elite 4  Running Shoe Review

Reviewed Dec 05, 2025 at 09:31am
Retest Jun 29, 2026 at 08:21am
Tested using Methodology v0.8.2 
Brooks Hyperion Elite 4

Track

7.5
Marathon Racing 
7.5
5K/10K Racing 

Track

 3

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

7.5
Marathon Racing 
7.5
5K/10K Racing 
  • 7.5
    Marathon Racing
  • 7.5
    5K/10K Racing
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Jun 29, 2026: 

      We've updated the internal length of the shoe in the Internal Length section after noticing a typo.

    2.  Updated Dec 05, 2025: Review published.
    3.  Updated Dec 02, 2025: Early access published.
    How We Test Running Shoes
    How We Test Running Shoes

    We buy and test running shoes with a very data-oriented approach. While we're just getting started, our methodology already has dozens of tests to help you make the right purchasing decision for your needs. Not only do we use high-end equipment to gather objective data, but we also order multiple sizes of the same shoes so team members can log in miles. This real-world testing is conducted at various paces and conditions, across different types of workouts, to cover all the bases. This allows us to verify our results and ensure they align with what you might feel with a specific pair.

    Test Results

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    6.0

    Energy Return

    5.8
    Forefoot Energy Return
    Forefoot Energy Return
    73.0%
    6.6
    Heel Energy Return
    Heel Energy Return
    74.9%
    7.3

    Cushioning

    7.3
    Heel Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 550N
    3.34 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1100N
    8.99 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1900N
    15.41 J
    7.3
    Forefoot Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 800N
    4.04 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1300N
    7.72 J
    Energy Absorbed At 2050N
    12.10 J
    6.4

    Lateral Stability

    External Shape
    Outsole Heel Width
    70 mm (2.8")
    Outsole Arch Width
    72 mm (2.8")
    Outsole Forefoot Width
    105 mm (4.1")
    Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
    1.93
    Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
    3.54
    7.5
    Forefoot Firmness
    Firmness At 800N
    102.8 N/mm
    Firmness At 1300N
    187.2 N/mm
    Firmness At 2050N
    354.9 N/mm
    5.7
    Heel Firmness
    Firmness At 550N
    52.4 N/mm
    Firmness At 1100N
    116.1 N/mm
    Firmness At 1900N
    247.3 N/mm
    Other Features
    Tongue Gusset Type
    Semi-gusseted (lateral)
    Plate
    Carbon Fiber
    Additional Tests
    7.6
    Design
    Weight
    Weight
    218.0 g (7.69 oz)
    Design
    Stack Heights
    Heel Stack Height
    39.8 mm
    Forefoot Stack Height
    29.7 mm
    Heel-To-Toe Drop
    10.1 mm
    Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
    8.0 mm
    Design
    Internal Shape
    Internal Length
    277 mm (10.9")
    Internal Heel Width
    65 mm (2.6")
    Internal Forefoot Width
    91 mm (3.6")
    Wide Sizing Available
    No