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Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 vs Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

We haven't tested Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 or Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 yet, so their role suitability is estimated from published specs.

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 is a low-stack 5K/10K racer; Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 is built to race the half and marathon too.

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

Adidas

Adizero Takumi Sen 11

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Brooks

Hyperion Elite 6

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Review Pulse · Mostly positive · 81/100

Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and split on the upper and durability.

The differences that matter

  • Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 has 8 mm more foam under the heel.
  • Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 costs $95 less at list price.

What reviewers say

Ride

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Praised

A light, energetic racer with a forceful rocker suits sustained efforts from 5K to marathon, though its very stiff forefoot can feel harsh or limiting for some runners.

Cushioning

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Praised

The PEBA-based foam provides a soft, protective heel and responsive toe-off for longer races.

Upper

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

The airy, lightweight upper generally locks down well, but the tapered fit and thin tongue may trouble wider feet or runners sensitive to lace pressure.

Durability

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

No Review Pulse yet.

Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

The rubber outsole is holding up for some testers, but exposed foam and lab abrasion results raise concerns about wear for a premium racer.

Grip

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Praised

The updated outsole provides dependable grip on wet and dry road surfaces.

Stability

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

A wider midfoot and sidewalls improve guidance over the previous version, though the narrow, high stack remains less stable than many racers.

Value

Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

Some reviewers consider it a major step forward and strong value for a top racer, while others say the price remains high for performance that trails leading competitors.

Which one to choose

Choose Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 if…

  • you prefer to feel closer to the ground
  • price matters

Choose Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 if…

  • you want more foam under you
  • its ride is what you care about most
  • its cushioning is what you care about most
  • its grip is what you care about most

Reviewers recommend it for

  • 10K through marathon racing
  • Runners who like a stiff, rockered platform
  • Heel strikers seeking a cushioned race shoe

Specifications

Category
Race shoe
Race shoe
Price
$180$95 less
$275
Weight
184 g8 g lighter
192 g
Drop
7 mm
7 mm
Stack
32 / 25 mm
40 / 33 mm8 mm more stack
Plate
Carbon plate
Carbon plate
Stability
Neutral
Neutral
Foam
LIGHTSTRIKE PRO
DNA GOLD

Role suitability

DAILY

Limited
Limited

RECOVERY

Limited
Limited

LONG RUN

Good fit
Good fit

TEMPO

Best fit
Best fit

RACE

Best fit
Best fit