A plush, stable daily trainer built on the DNA Tuned midsole and extra forefoot cushioning that most testers praise for comfort on easy and long runs, though some flag its weight and non-breathable upper as drawbacks at the $175 price point.
An average premium daily trainer that suffers from excessive weight and a non-breathable upper. At $175, both reviewers gave it a C across design, value, performance, and overall, noting there are better options like the Glycerin Flex, Nike Vomero Plus, or Saucony Ride at similar or lower price points.
Best for: Walking, casual daily runs, and runners who prefer a premium comfort shoe over a performance-oriented trainer
The reviewer considers the Glycerin 23 one of the most comfortable shoes of the year and the most enjoyable daily Brooks option since the original Glycerin Max, praising its plush cushioning and impact protection while noting it lacks energy return and could be slightly lighter.
Best for: Easy and recovery runs, long runs at sustainable pace, heavier runners wanting road impact protection, all-day comfort for standing professions
A premium, plush, versatile mile-eater well suited for first half or full marathon training; comfortable and responsive with the new DNA Tuned midsole.
A meaningful update where the extra forefoot foam and DNA Tuned midsole transform the ride into a nimble, enjoyable daily trainer — let down only by a terrible outsole in frosty conditions.
Best for: Plush daily training and long runs, including picking up the pace to sub-5 min/km.
A comfortable, durable, mildly stabilized max-cushion shoe that still runs firmer than Kofuzi prefers; longtime Glycerin fans will be happy, but it is not a dramatic upgrade over the Glycerin 22.
Best for: Recovery runs, double-run days, and bigger/taller runners who want a stable, durable, comfortable max-cushion shoe on tired legs
A reliable, high-cushion workhorse that Moore would pick as his one Brooks shoe for most runners, despite a heavier upper and a notable price jump to $175.
Best for: A do-it-all workhorse daily trainer for newer runners or those building toward a first half marathon.
A slight but meaningful improvement over prior Glycerins with more forefoot cushion and a nicer 8mm drop; the more comfortable, more stable of the two Glycerins and the better pick for most runners.
Best for: Comfortable easy-paced daily miles and long runs for neutral runners who want a plush, stable cushioned shoe.
The reviewer considers the Glycerin 23 an improvement over the v22 thanks to the increased forefoot stack height, which provides a more comfortable ride and better roll-through. He finds it a reliable, comfortable cruiser for easy and long runs, though it lacks the versatility and bounciness of competitors like the New Balance 1080 v15.
Best for: Easy runs, recovery runs, and long runs at easy pace for neutral runners who value comfort and reliability
The reviewer found the Glycerin 23 to be a significant improvement over the 22, with the extra 2mm of forefoot foam making the ride noticeably more dynamic and enjoyable. He was impressed after a 30k first run, calling it a return to form for the Glycerin line.
Best for: Easy runs, recovery runs, and long runs at a comfortable pace. Can handle some tempo work but not a speed shoe.
Best for: Very comfortable miles, not pushing pace
Tommy's favorite Glycerin yet — the added forefoot stack makes it a natural, smooth, versatile cushioned daily that he prefers over the Glycerin Max 2.
Best for: Comfortable easy runs, long runs, and marathons run at a relaxed pace
Compared to other road easy recovery in the same lane.
