Most Comfortable

Brooks

Brooks Glycerin 21

Most comfortable, best for beginners.

8.6/ 10

Overall score

Weight: 约 286 g
Drop: 10 mm
Heel stack: —
Price: ¥1,099

Test scores

Six dimensions

Cushioning9.2

Stability8.4

Grip8.0

Durability8.7

Comfort9.5

Weight7.4

Pros & cons

What works, what does not

Pros

PROS

Soft DNA LOFT v3 foam, first-class cushioning
Extremely comfortable with almost no break-in
10mm drop, beginner friendly
Solid build quality, durable

Cons

CONS

Heavy at ~286g, not for racing
Middling rebound, feels sluggish when speeding up

Specifications

Measured

Brand: Brooks
Type: Cushioned
Weight: 约 286 g
Drop: 10 mm
Heel stack: —
Plate: 无
Price: ¥1,099

Review

Full text

The Brooks Glycerin 21 is all about maximum cushioning and comfort. Its soft, thick DNA LOFT v3 foam and 10mm drop are friendly to beginners and easy-run lovers—among our highest-scoring shoes for comfort.

Performance

The soft, thick DNA LOFT v3 foam absorbs landing impact well. The 10mm drop suits heel strikers and is kind to knees and ankles over long, slow runs.

Comfort

This is where it shines. The upper, tongue and heel are all padded, with almost no break-in needed, and the roomy interior welcomes wide feet.

Who it's for

Beginners, heavier runners and daily easy runners. At ~286g it isn't for racing—speed seekers will find it heavy.

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