The Brooks Hyperion Max 4 is a stability road running shoe and the Saucony Kinvara 16 is a neutral road running shoe with firm, responsive cushioning. The Kinvara 16 is 2.8 oz lighter (7.3 oz vs 10.1 oz), costs about $70 less (from $130), has a lower heel-to-toe drop (4 mm vs 6 mm) and is rated higher by buyers (4.4 vs 4.2 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Hyperion Max 4 | Kinvara 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $130 |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 (108 reviews) | 4.4 / 5 (345 reviews) |
| Weight | 10.1 oz | 7.3 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | — | 28 mm |
| Cushioning | Firm / responsive | Firm / responsive |
| Support | Stability | Neutral |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Brooks and Saucony, 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 heel and like a higher drop
- your feet roll inward and you want stability
Get the Kinvara 16 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
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