Brooks Glycerin 21 vs Ghost Max: Best Brooks cushioned shoes compared

The Brooks Ghost Max was Brooks' first foray into the world of max cushioned shoes, while the Glycerin 21 certainly feels more max cushioned than previous Glycerins.
We've spent time running in both Brooks cushioned shoes, but if we had to pick one to buy, which one would we go for? Testers Mike and Kieran share their experiences on what's it's like to run in the Ghost Max and Glycerin 21, to help you get a better sense of which Brooks shoe you should pick up.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Price and key differences
02:00 - How does they fit?
04:22 - The Run Test
11:31 - Verdict
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[@nkeet89]

Honestly the Ghost Max are great daily trainers. Forgiving, pretty responsive, and not crazy expensive.

[@UWI-Anna]

Bought these two pairs and returned ghost max, glycerin 21's cushioning is much better.

[@CSRunner7]

Thanks for this useful comparison. As got wide feet the Glycerin sounds promising. I’ve got Glycerin 18’s and been pleasantly surprised with the line as when my legs tired I have used them when I’ve done some steady/Tempo runs and they cope well offering cushion but does come back as you pick it up. Tempted to try the 21’s.

[@drumrunner72]

I’ve just brought the Ghost Max for London marathon. I’m surprised the Glycerin 21 is lighter 😳 I have the Glycerin 20 and they feel like diving boots compared to my Ghost Max. Maybe they dropped some weight from the previous version?

[@Ghimlioak]

Honestly I possess the Ghost Max and I really like them. Despite the price I also prefer lower drop for my runs. 10 or 12 is too much for me

[@bizoot1]

I have the glycerine 20 2E, and my feet are wide. right foot is wider and these shoes are driving me CRAZY! I can feel the sides of the right shoe touching the center of my foot and it's very annoying.
Going to buy the max 4e today!

[@jimmywatsup1]

i have a 10km race coming up, currently are using brooks ghost max for training in, but wondering if i should opt for a shoe with a faster ride, got any reccomendations on the brooks line? Would the ghost max be ok? or should i opt for glycerin or even hyperion etc. I have been looking at saucony endo Speed 4's but still not sure.

[@RuneTonseth-yz3bq]

I have Glycerin 20. Had it now for 2 months! Wow this is the best running shoes I have ever had! Really good shoes. Im impressed by Brooks. Have had HOKA for a long time but they have crappy quality

[@MNP208]

Would you spend the money on the 21's if you can get the 20's for under $100?

[@badboy794life]

Which of these would be best for a 55k road ultra?

[@Ginguredrunner]

If the Glycerin 20 is 38 heel/28 forefoot...then the 21 must actually be 40/30?

[@Bkn9573]

i weigh 220 pounds which shoe do u recommend ghost max or glycerin i already got adrenaline gts my claves are hurting when i start to run

[@codymathes4450]

You should try the new balance 1080 v13 they have helped my legs and feet so much.

[@4my4mykaren]

Brooks please make some 8mm drop glycerins

[@wildforthecats661]

The Max seems like more of a casual, knock about shoe.

[@richard_runs]

Glycerin more versatile.

[@Jazon2901]

Are you guys actively avoiding the pro 4? Ha ha I need to know if I'm buying the endorphin pro 4 or alphafly 3 this week and you just won't post it!!!

[@TheRunTesters]

We have a first run video up, but are waiting on Tom to get the shoe before we do our full review as he was such a big fan of the Pro 3.

[@Jazon2901]

@@TheRunTesters you guys are so wonderful, I won't make a purchase without your input!