Quick note: Some links are affiliate links. We earn a tiny commission if you buy (at no cost to you). Keeps the lights on!

Brooks Glycerin 22 Reviews

Max cushion

Comfortable, responsive road shoe for long runs, though one found the toe box narrower.

66Signal score

72% positive

18reviews

How the signal works

The signal score

A score out of 100 for how well reviewed a product is next to others of its kind. It rises with positive reviews and with how many there are; negative and mixed reviews take points off. The best in each category scores in the 90s.

So a handful of glowing reviews can’t beat a product lots of people like. No sponsored placements.

Updated 10 Nov

Check price on Amazon Read 18 reviews

What people mention

Often liked

Comfortable fit6 Great cushioning6 Durable5 Responsive3

Common concerns

Narrow fit3

Real runner experiences (18)

Add your review

Showing 6 reviews mentioning great cushioning Show all

YouTube · Believe in the Run · Jan 24, 2025 · summarized

Positive

Two testers put a bunch of miles in, with one longest run of 12 at a relaxed pace. The midsole gets high praise: a comfortable heel landing, a snappy toe-off and one of the better rides among daily trainers. The upper is well padded with a good heel lock, but the thick tongue made one tester worry about summer warmth, the toe felt snug to one, and the 10 mm drop felt a bit like high heels to one. The outsole has generous rubber that should last hundreds of miles.

Blog · Doctors of Running – David Salas (DPT) · summarized

Positive

A-: one of his favorite daily trainers this year. He wishes the heel had a touch more rounding.

Blog · Believe in the Run – Robbe Reddinger · summarized

Positive

Brooks is quietly putting out impressive shoes, and v22 'has it all' for a premium daily trainer.

Blog · WearTesters – Drew Whitcomb, Annie Keris · summarized

Positive

A favorite traditional Brooks daily trainer again: reliable, accommodating and plush, and the forefoot bounce outweighs slightly lower outsole durability (400+ mi unlikely). One tester wishes for a lower drop.

Blog · The Size 15 Runner · summarized

Positive

A longtime fan of the line says the new DNA Tuned foam starts a new era for a solid but never-exciting shoe. It has a modern, much better-looking design and an upper more comfortable than the Max's.

Blog · Tom’s Guide – Nick Harris-Fry · summarized

Positive

As dependably good as you'd expect, a comfortable daily trainer, but not a big upgrade on the 21 and still a bit short on speed. Grab a discounted v21 if you see one.

See all reviews ↓

Common questions about Brooks Glycerin 22

What do runners say about Brooks Glycerin 22?

Most runners like the Brooks Glycerin 22 as a comfortable, responsive road shoe, especially for long runs. The main drawback is fit, with one runner finding the toe box narrower than before. A couple noted it breathes less well or absorbs shock less than other Brooks shoes.

Is Brooks Glycerin 22 worth it?

Of the 18 reviews with a clear verdict, 72% are positive, 17% mixed and 11% negative. The praise mentioned most is comfortable fit. The most common complaint is narrow fit.

What are the most common complaints about Brooks Glycerin 22?

The complaints reviewers mention most: narrow fit (3 reviews), blisters (1 review) and heavy (1 review). For example: The Glycerin 22 toe box is narrower than the previous model; they returned it because of toe pain.

Where do these Brooks Glycerin 22 reviews come from?

We collected and summarized 18 experiences shared on Reddit, blogs and YouTube, with links to the original sources. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.