Brooks Men’s Glycerin 22 Neutral Running Shoe
Brooks
Best for
Best for long runs (cushioned)
Amazon rating
Amazon aggregate, one input among many in the Verdict Score
Based on 1 trusted source
Current price
$104.00
Updated May 17, 2026 · 1 min read
Sources behind this verdict
10 reviewers weighted by source trust
The consensus
What reviewers found
Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.
Across the reviewers we read, the Brooks Glycerin 22 lands as the consensus pick for plush, comfort-first long miles. runrepeat.com calls it 'an easy recommendation for those seeking a durable, comfort-loaded daily trainer,' runninglabstore.com praises the balance of comfort and support, and northernrunner.com highlights the nitrogen-infused DNA Tuned midsole as ideal for daily miles. On r/RunningShoeGeeks, a high-trust first-run thread frames it as a 'subtle upgrade for a well-loved Brooks model,' and another high-trust thread describes Glycerin-family shoes as 'awesome recovery day shoes: super high stack, soft, slightly heavy, with a smooth rocking sensation.' The disagreement here is real and worth surfacing.
What reviewers liked
- Multiple expert outlets (runrepeat.com, runninglabstore.com, northernrunner.com) converge on plush, durable cushioning suited to long mileage
- High-trust r/RunningShoeGeeks threads describe a smooth, rocking ride well-suited to recovery and long runs
- Strong Amazon signal: 4.6 average across nearly 2,000 reviews
- New double-jacquard knit upper drew positive notes for accommodating fit in expert coverage
Where it falls short
- mountaineerjourney.com says the 22 feels firmer and heavier than the Glycerin 21, a regression some reviewers dislike
- Multiple r/brooks threads flag fit issues and a noticeable break-in period
- Specialist-community consensus describes it as 'slightly heavy', not a pick for tempo or race days
- Reviewers note it's a subtle update rather than a meaningful redesign, owners of the 21 may not find an upgrade case
Across the reviewers we read, the Brooks Glycerin 22 lands as the consensus pick for plush, comfort-first long miles. runrepeat.com calls it 'an easy recommendation for those seeking a durable, comfort-loaded daily trainer,' runninglabstore.com praises the balance of comfort and support, and northernrunner.com highlights the nitrogen-infused DNA Tuned midsole as ideal for daily miles. On r/RunningShoeGeeks, a high-trust first-run thread frames it as a 'subtle upgrade for a well-loved Brooks model,' and another high-trust thread describes Glycerin-family shoes as 'awesome recovery day shoes: super high stack, soft, slightly heavy, with a smooth rocking sensation.'
The disagreement here is real and worth surfacing. mountaineerjourney.com notes the 22 feels 'slightly firmer and heavier' than the 21, and multiple r/brooks threads flag a snug fit and a break-in period, with one runner saying 'the first time I ran in them, I felt like something was pushing into the' foot. So while the long-mile comfort verdict is well-supported, expect a transition if you're coming from the Glycerin 21.
The trust-weighted picture is solid: high-trust community sources and several expert outlets agree this is a durable, plush, set-it-and-forget-it cushioned trainer. It's not the most exciting shoe in the lineup, and reviewers don't pretend otherwise, but for easy long runs it remains a default recommendation.
This not a fancy shoe ($160 price point might suggest otherwise), but a subtle upgrade for a well loved Brooks model that can handle your everyday running.
So, I love Glycerins. I put a lot of comfortable miles in them each year. IMO, the 21s were WAY more comfortable than the 20s.
Trust tier reflects our editorial assessment of the source, not the individual quote. Hover for the rationale. See how we tier sources →
“Brooks Glycerin 22 Review” · YouTube
If the consensus convinced you
Check current price on Amazon
Pricing and availability change frequently. Tap through to confirm before buying.