The Brooks Hyperion Max 4 is a stability road running shoe and the Nike Zoom Fly 6 is a road running shoe. The Hyperion Max 4 has a lower heel-to-toe drop (6 mm vs 8 mm). The Zoom Fly 6 is 0.8 oz lighter (9.3 oz vs 10.1 oz), costs about $20 less (from $180) and is rated higher by buyers (4.7 vs 4.2 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Hyperion Max 4 | Zoom Fly 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $180–$190 |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 (108 reviews) | 4.7 / 5 (314 reviews) |
| Weight | 10.1 oz | 9.3 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 8 mm |
| Cushioning | Firm / responsive | — |
| Support | Stability | — |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Brooks and Nike, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Hyperion Max 4 if…
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
Get the Zoom Fly 6 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
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