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- Main Differences
- Design
- Performance
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Mizuno Neo Vista vs Brooks Glycerin Max
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Mizuno Neo Vista
Brooks Glycerin Max
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Heel-To-Toe Drop8.9 mm
PlatePlastic
Heel-To-Toe Drop5.3 mm
PlateNone
Variants
- Neo Vista (Estate Blue/River Blue (5YRB))
- Glycerin Max (Men - US 9) (Grey/Black/Nightlife)
Our Verdict
Mizuno Neo Vista
Brooks Glycerin Max
The Brooks Glycerin Max and the Mizuno Neo Vista are both highly cushioned, high-stack premium trainers but cater to slightly different needs. The Neo Vista, positioned as a plated trainer, offers a noticeably more energetic and bouncy ride—though not the most responsive compared to some plated options. In contrast, the Glycerin Max focuses uniquely on comfort, delivering plush cushioning ideal for easy-paced or recovery runs.
Main Differences forMarathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
6.4
4.0
Forefoot Energy Return
4.5
1.7
Plate
Plastic
None
Weight
5.9
4.1
Heel Energy Return
5.0
2.3
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.9
4.1
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
260.8 g (9.20 oz)
304.9 g (10.75 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
42.7 mm
47.4 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
33.8 mm
42.1 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.9 mm
5.3 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
6.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
91 mm (3.6")
88 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
83 mm (3.3")
85 mm (3.3")
Outsole Forefoot Width
116 mm (4.6")
114 mm (4.5")
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
275 mm (10.8")
275 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
67 mm (2.6")
66 mm (2.6")
Internal Forefoot Width
98 mm (3.9")
94 mm (3.7")
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Non-gusseted
Non-gusseted
Plate
Plastic
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
5.0
2.3
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
76.5%
73.7%
Forefoot Energy Return
4.5
1.7
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
76.0%
72.8%
Heel Cushioning
8.9
7.6
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
1.52 J
1.09 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
4.52 J
3.80 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
7.86 J
7.21 J
Forefoot Cushioning
8.5
7.8
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
1.17 J
0.94 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
3.46 J
2.91 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
6.08 J
5.56 J
Heel Firmness
4.2
5.6
Heel Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
27.9 N/mm
39.8 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
44.7 N/mm
49.3 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
67.7 N/mm
66.5 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
6.8
7.8
Forefoot Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
36.5 N/mm
45.0 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
58.4 N/mm
67.8 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
86.3 N/mm
85.9 N/mm
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