Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 vs Brooks Ghost Max 4

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

± Divisive

Softer DNA Loft v3 and a lower 10 mm drop smooth the heel transition and make easy miles more comfortable, but the ride is still firm and short on energy return, and some testers find it dull.

Brooks Ghost Max 4

+ Praised

The GlideRoll rocker makes easy miles and long walks feel smooth and efficient, but the ride is firm and flat rather than lively.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

+ Praised

More foam in the heel and forefoot takes the edge off landings and suits daily mileage, though lab tests call it average and the forefoot firms up over longer runs.

Brooks Ghost Max 4

± Divisive

The heel is well protected and the stack is tall, yet lab impact protection is only mid-pack and the forefoot fades under heavier loads.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

± Divisive

A roomier forefoot and soft mesh improve comfort for many, but the tapered toe box, thick warm upper and heavily padded heel collar divide testers.

Brooks Ghost Max 4

± Divisive

The padded mesh upper is comfortable and secure, but fit reports conflict: some find it roomy and high-volume, others find the toe box narrow, tapered and short.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

+ Praised

Reviewers generally expect a long-lasting daily trainer, with strong outsole wear scores, though one long-term tester saw average wear and early foam compression.

Brooks Ghost Max 4

+ Praised

Outsole rubber and midsole foam hold up well over months of running and walking, with minimal visible wear.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

+ Praised

Grippy rubber handles wet roads and light paths well, with only the exposed foam limiting off-road use.

Brooks Ghost Max 4

+ Praised

Traction is reliable on dry and wet pavement, though the shoe is not intended for trails.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

+ Praised

GuideRails and a broad, flared base give noticeable but unobtrusive medial support that holds up when form fades.

Brooks Ghost Max 4

+ Praised

A broad platform, sidewalls and a firm midsole make it a stable neutral shoe that also accommodates orthotics.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

± Divisive

At $155 it is fairly priced for a durable stability trainer, though some reviewers say lighter, livelier rivals offer more for similar money.

Brooks Ghost Max 4

+ Praised

At $165 it is a versatile, durable run/walk shoe, though reviewers note the previous version is a better bargain on clearance.