Brooks Hyperion 2 vs adidas Adizero Adios 9

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Brooks Hyperion 2
adidas Adizero Adios 9

Tested using Methodology v0.8.2

Updated Nov 26, 2025 03:00 PM

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Tested using Methodology v0.9

Updated Nov 20, 2025 06:39 PM

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Our Verdict

Brooks Hyperion 2

adidas Adizero Adios 9

The adidas Adizero Adios 9 and the Brooks Hyperion 2 are both lightweight trainers that embrace the low-stack heritage, but they differ in execution. The Adios 9 is the lighter and more stripped-down option, sitting closer to the ground with a firmer, more energetic Lightstrike Pro midsole that makes it feel sharper and more responsive when picking up the pace. It's an all-in, well-executed speed tool that excels for intervals and short races. The Hyperion 2, on the other hand, is more of a traditional lightweight daily trainer. It's heavier, not as energetic underfoot, and prioritizes durability over raw performance.

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Variants

  • Hyperion 2 (Alloy/Bright White/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Hyperion 2 (Alloy/Bright White/Black - (Women - US 7))
  • Adizero Adios 9 (Cloud White/ ore Black/Silver Metallic - (Men - US 9))
  • Adizero Adios 9 (Cloud White/ ore Black/Silver Metallic - (Women - US 7))
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Main Differences for
Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Marathon Racing 
 

5.4
6.1

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

6.2
8.2

Heel Energy Return 
 

3.4
7.9

Heel Stack Height 
 

33.5 mm
27.1 mm

Weight  

8.1
8.9

Plate 
 

None
Plastic Shank

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

8.1
8.9

Right Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Right Shoe Weight Photo
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Right Shoe Weight Photo

Left Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Left Shoe Weight Photo
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Left Shoe Weight Photo

Weight 
 

200.4 g (7.07 oz)
173.1 g (6.10 oz)
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Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo 
 

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Stack Height Photo
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Stack Height Photo

Heel Stack Height 
 

33.5 mm
27.1 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

24.8 mm
19.5 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.7 mm
7.6 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.0 mm
7.0 mm
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External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 3D Model Full Shoe
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 3D Model Full Shoe

Outsole Heel Width 
 

78 mm (3.1")
71 mm (2.8")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

70 mm (2.8")
68 mm (2.7")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

109 mm (4.3")
108 mm (4.3")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.33
2.69

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

4.40
5.43
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Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 3D Model Internal
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 3D Model Internal

Internal Length 
 

272 mm (10.7")
274 mm (10.8")

Internal Heel Width 
 

61 mm (2.4")
59 mm (2.3")

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

92 mm (3.6")
88 mm (3.5")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

No
No
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Other Features  

Other Features Photo 
 

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Other Features Photo
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Other Features Photo

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Semi-gusseted (medial)
Semi-gusseted

Plate 
 

None
Plastic Shank
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Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

3.4
7.9

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Heel Energy Return
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Heel Energy Return

Heel Energy Return 
 

70.0%
80.1%
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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

6.2
8.2

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Forefoot Energy Return
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Forefoot Energy Return

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

73.7%
81.7%
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Heel Cushioning 
 

6.8
4.7

Heel Cushioning Picture 
 

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Heel Cushioning Picture
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Heel Cushioning Picture

Heel Cushioning  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Heel Cushioning
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Heel Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 550N 
 

2.89 J
2.94 J

Energy Absorbed At 1100N 
 

8.73 J
6.40 J

Energy Absorbed At 1900N 
 

14.72 J
9.70 J
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Forefoot Cushioning 
 

6.0
4.4

Forefoot Cushioning Picture 
 

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Forefoot Cushioning Picture

Forefoot Cushioning  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Forefoot Cushioning
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Forefoot Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

3.70 J
3.05 J

Energy Absorbed At 1300N 
 

6.57 J
4.78 J

Energy Absorbed At 2050N 
 

9.54 J
6.60 J
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Heel Firmness 
 

5.8
8.4

Heel Firmness  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Heel Firmness
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Heel Firmness

Firmness At 550N 
 

51.3 N/mm
73.5 N/mm

Firmness At 1100N 
 

119.3 N/mm
209.7 N/mm

Firmness At 1900N 
 

267.8 N/mm
513.5 N/mm
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Forefoot Firmness 
 

8.8
9.7

Forefoot Firmness  

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Brooks Hyperion 2 Forefoot Firmness
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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Forefoot Firmness

Firmness At 800N 
 

125.2 N/mm
194.5 N/mm

Firmness At 1300N 
 

265.6 N/mm
443.1 N/mm

Firmness At 2050N 
 

547.7 N/mm
873.5 N/mm
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Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

3.4

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning  

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adidas Adizero Adios 9 Forefoot Long Run Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

3.86 J

Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

3.78 J

Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

3.72 J

Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

3.68 J
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Brooks Hyperion 2

adidas Adizero Adios 9

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