Brooks Glycerin GTS 23 vs Brooks Glycerin GTS 23

Brooks Glycerin GTS 23 vs Brooks Glycerin GTS 23, side by side on equal terms. Differences are emphasised; matching specs are dimmed.

Specification	Glycerin GTS 23 Women's	Glycerin GTS 23
MSRP	$180	$180
Weight	278g	312g
Drop	8mm	8mm
Stack (heel/forefoot)	—	—
Lug depth	—	—
Surface	Road	Road
Primary use	Daily	Long Distance
Cushion	High	High
Firmness	Soft	Soft
Stability	Stability	Stability
Plate	Unknown	None
Waterproof	No	No
Midsole	Nitrogen-infused DNA TUNED cushioning	—
Outsole	—	—
Width availability	Standard	Standard
Best for	Everyday miles, recovery runs, and long steady efforts for runners who want a plush ride with a touch of stability.	Runners logging easy and long miles who want maximum softness with built-in support.
Avoid if	You want a light, responsive shoe for tempo or race pace, or you need a roomy, unstructured toe box.	You want a snappy, responsive shoe for tempo work or racing.
Lowest offer	—	—

Which should you pick?

head-to-head · opinion

These are the same shoe in different fits—the Brooks Glycerin GTS 23 Women's (278 g) and the standard Glycerin GTS 23 (312 g), both 8 mm drop with high cushion and built-in stability. Pick the Women's version for the lighter, better-tailored fit on daily and long steady miles; the trade-off is negligible since both prioritize plush support over speed. Neither is the shoe for tempo work or racing—look elsewhere if you want a snappy, responsive ride.