ASICS Superblast 2 vs Brooks Glycerin Max 2

ASICS Superblast 2 vs Brooks Glycerin Max 2, side by side on equal terms. Differences are emphasised; matching specs are dimmed.

Specification	ASICS Superblast 2	Brooks Glycerin Max 2
MSRP	$149	$200
Weight	249 g	320 g
Drop	8 mm	6 mm
Stack (heel/forefoot)	43/35 mm	—
Lug depth	—	—
Surface	Road	Road
Primary use	Long Distance	Long Distance
Cushion	Max	Max
Firmness	Soft	Soft
Stability	Neutral	Neutral
Plate	None	None
Waterproof	No	No
Midsole	—	—
Outsole	—	—
Width availability	Standard	Standard
Best for	Runners wanting one lightweight, high-stack shoe for long runs, easy days, and even uptempo efforts.	Easy and recovery runs where maximum underfoot protection matters more than pace.
Avoid if	You need lateral stability from a tall platform or have wide feet, since it's a soft, tall build in standard width only.	You want a quick, responsive shoe for tempo or faster efforts.
Lowest offer	—	—

Which should you pick?

head-to-head · opinion

The ASICS Superblast 2 is the more versatile pick at 249 g, handling long runs, easy days, and uptempo efforts in one lightweight max-cushion package, while the Brooks Glycerin Max 2 is heavier at 320 g and built purely for easy and recovery miles where protection outweighs pace. Choose the Superblast 2 if you want one shoe that can also pick up speed; choose the Glycerin Max 2 if you only want maximum cushioning for slow days. The Brooks also costs more at $200 versus $149.