ASICS Metaspeed Ray vs Brooks Hyperion Elite 6
We haven't tested ASICS Metaspeed Ray or Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 yet, so their role suitability is estimated from published specs.
Brooks
Hyperion Elite 6
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 81/100
Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and split on the upper and durability.
The differences that matter
- ASICS Metaspeed Ray is 63 g lighter.
- Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 has the higher drop (7 mm vs 5 mm).
- Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 costs $25 less at list price.
What reviewers say
Ride
ASICS Metaspeed Ray
No Review Pulse yet.
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
ASICS Metaspeed Ray
No Review Pulse yet.
Brooks Hyperion Elite 6
Praised
The PEBA-based foam provides a soft, protective heel and responsive toe-off for longer races.
Upper
ASICS Metaspeed Ray
No Review Pulse yet.
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
ASICS Metaspeed Ray
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
ASICS Metaspeed Ray
No Review Pulse yet.
Brooks Hyperion Elite 6
Praised
The updated outsole provides dependable grip on wet and dry road surfaces.
Stability
ASICS Metaspeed Ray
No Review Pulse yet.
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
ASICS Metaspeed Ray
No Review Pulse yet.
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 ASICS Metaspeed Ray if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you like a lower drop
Choose Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 if…
- you like a higher drop
- price matters
- its ride is what you care about most
- its cushioning 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
- $300
- $275$25 less
- Weight
- 129 g63 g lighter
- 192 g
- Drop
- 5 mm2 mm lower drop
- 7 mm
- Stack
- 39.5 / 34.5 mm
- 40 / 33 mm0.5 mm more stack
- Plate
- Carbon plate
- Carbon plate
- Stability
- Neutral
- Neutral
- Foam
- FF LEAP
- DNA GOLD
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE