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Weight
292.9 g (10.33 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.2 mm
Plate
None
Weight
297.5 g (10.49 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.3 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
Brooks Glycerin 22
Nike Vomero 18
The Brooks Glycerin 22 and Nike Vomero 18 are cushioned daily trainers built for comfort, but they approach it from different angles. The Vomero 18 feels firmer and more structured, giving it a stable, dependable character that holds up well over high mileage. The Glycerin 22 leans softer and smoother, providing a plush landing that's ideal for easy, relaxed runs. Those looking for a steady, responsive feel will favor the Vomero 18, while runners chasing comfort will find the Glycerin 22 more inviting.
Variants
- Glycerin 22 (Almond Peach/London-fog/Almond - (Women - US 7))
- Glycerin 22 (Amparo Blue/Hyper Iris/Yellow - (Women - US 7))
- Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Men - US 9))
- Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
5.7
6.2
Forefoot Stack Height
27.4 mm
32.4 mm
Forefoot Energy Return
5.8
5.0
Heel Energy Return
2.4
3.6
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
4.7
4.5
Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Left Shoe Weight Photo
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Weight
292.9 g (10.33 oz)
297.5 g (10.49 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
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Heel Stack Height
37.6 mm
42.7 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
27.4 mm
32.4 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.2 mm
10.3 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.0 mm
10.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
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Outsole Heel Width
93 mm (3.7")
96 mm (3.8")
Outsole Arch Width
76 mm (3.0")
72 mm (2.8")
Outsole Forefoot Width
117 mm (4.6")
116 mm (4.6")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.47
2.25
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
4.27
3.58
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
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Internal Length
279 mm (11.0")
278 mm (10.9")
Internal Heel Width
66 mm (2.6")
64 mm (2.5")
Internal Forefoot Width
92 mm (3.6")
91 mm (3.6")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Forefoot Fit: Width
9.2
Forefoot Width Photo
Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation
0.8 mm (0.031")
Toe TTS Deviation
-3.2 mm (-0.124")
Forefoot Fit: Height
7.7
Forefoot Height Photo
Toe TTS Deviation
-2.7 mm (-0.108")
Arch Fit: Width
8.2
Arch Fit Photo
Arch Width TTS Deviation
-3.1 mm (-0.121")
Length Fit
10
Toe Clearance Photo
Heel Rocker Geometry
8.3
Heel Rocker Photo
Heel Spring
31 mm (1.2")
Heel Apex Position
26.8%
Heel Rocker Angle
21.2°
Forefoot Rocker Geometry
6.6
Forefoot Rocker Photo
Toe Spring
45 mm (1.8")
Toe Apex Position
59.7%
Forefoot Rocker Angle
20.6°
Other Features
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Tongue Gusset Type
Non-gusseted
Fully-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Compression Energy Return
2.4
3.6
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Heel Energy Return
68.5%
70.1%
Forefoot Compression Energy Return
5.8
5.0
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Energy Return
73.1%
71.9%
Heel Cushioning
7.6
7.8
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Heel Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 550N
2.98 J
3.38 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
9.68 J
9.50 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
17.13 J
17.15 J
Forefoot Cushioning
6.2
7.5
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Forefoot Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 800N
3.79 J
4.43 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
6.60 J
7.97 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
9.81 J
11.95 J
Heel Firmness
5.0
4.9
Heel Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 550N
50.9 N/mm
51.4 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
100.3 N/mm
107.6 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
207.9 N/mm
186.1 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
8.7
7.9
Forefoot Firmness
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 800N
132.1 N/mm
104.3 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
256.3 N/mm
202.0 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
491.4 N/mm
402.7 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
5.6
7.0
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 10km
6.18 J
7.58 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
6.05 J
7.40 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
6.00 J
7.31 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
5.96 J
7.25 J
Rocker Stiffness
4.3
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Video
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Graph
Preview Graph
Force To Flatten The Rocker
34 N
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
5.9
Forefoot Bending Video
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
Preview Graph
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
59.9%
Forefoot Bending Stiffness
7.4
Forefoot Bending Resistance Picture
Forefoot Bending Resistance
Preview Graph
Forefoot Bending Stiffness
13.3 N/mm
Forefoot Bending Force
294 N
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