Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 vs New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
We haven't tested Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 or New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5 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
- Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 is 21 g lighter.
- New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5 costs $10.01 less at list price.
What reviewers say
Ride
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.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
No Review Pulse yet.
Cushioning
Brooks Hyperion Elite 6
Praised
The PEBA-based foam provides a soft, protective heel and responsive toe-off for longer races.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
No Review Pulse yet.
Upper
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.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
No Review Pulse yet.
Durability
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.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
No Review Pulse yet.
Grip
Brooks Hyperion Elite 6
Praised
The updated outsole provides dependable grip on wet and dry road surfaces.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
No Review Pulse yet.
Stability
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.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
No Review Pulse yet.
Value
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.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5
No Review Pulse yet.
Which one to choose
Choose Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- 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
Choose New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite 5 if…
- price matters
Specifications
- Category
- Race shoe
- Race shoe
- Price
- $275
- $264.99$10.009999999999991 less
- Weight
- 192 g21 g lighter
- 213 g
- Drop
- 7 mm1 mm lower drop
- 8 mm
- Stack
- 40 / 33 mm
- 40 / 32 mm
- Plate
- Carbon plate
- Carbon plate
- Stability
- Neutral
- Neutral
- Foam
- DNA GOLD
- FuelCell PEBA
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE