Brooks Drive 3 Pocket Run Bra Review

Our testers found the Brooks Drive 3 Pocket Run Bra to be a supportive, comfortable and durable bra that offers the innovative convenience of a phone pocket on the back. The team especially loved the clever addition of the back phone pocket, which freed them from having to carry any extra running gear for secure phone storage. Our reviewers' only real issue was that they felt the two side mesh pockets (designed to hold smaller items such as keys or cards) were somewhat impractical, given their underarm location. The 3 Pocket Bra did receive high praise for its high-neck, racerback style and durable, soft fabric construction. The 3 Pocket features removable cups, but our testers would have preferred built-in cups for a no-fuss washing experience. Overall, the Brooks Drive 3 Pocket Run Bra comes highly recommended by our reviewers for the support it offers and its quality design, which makes this bra a great addition to any runner's rotation.

Becky: "The Drive 3 Pocket is a basic, solid-coloured bra with storage pockets and a structured, supportive fit that meets all the needs for the daily grind. Any run where I don't have a hydration pack with pockets, I want a sports bra with a back pocket to hold my phone. Personally, I wouldn't store anything in the extra side pockets beneath the armpit area except a small key. I think if they eliminated those two side pockets, and either added one to the front or just had the back phone pocket, it would be a 10/10. I also love the high neck and keyhole in the back, but that may not be to everyone's liking."

Liz: "I personally love the high-neck, racerback style, and I appreciated how it allowed me to wear the bra with many of my athletic tops without the straps showing. I like the pocket design, but I would have liked the rear pocket to be slightly larger. While it stretched to accommodate my iPhone 11 and case, it was hard to put the phone back in the pocket while running. I also didn't end up using the pockets on the side. I found the under-armpit location a bit awkward, and I would notice when a gel was in the pocket more than I'd like."

Becky: "The bra's fabric is smooth and comfortable. Because it doesn't stretch in the same way as some sports bras, it isn't quite as cozy as some other options. However, for a bra that offers as much support and structure as it does, it is really nice."

Liz: "This bra fits very well thanks to the wide variety of sizing options and the impeccable design. It also does a great job of providing support without feeling restrictive. I felt no bounce while running, and the lightweight fabric and well-designed cut got my mind off the bra and focused on my run. My only complaints were with the removable cups. I personally hate having to wash bras with removable cups, so this was the biggest downside for me. I ended up wearing the bra without the cups for most workouts. It still did a great job of providing support, but I would have preferred a bit more modesty; that would not have been a problem if the bra had built-in padding."

Becky: "This bra is quality made, with a seamless feel. The fabric has good hold and will retain that over time, giving you support where you need it most. While the price point is on the higher end for a sports bra, the durability, support, and pockets make it worth the money. The price is definitely in line with similar products."

Liz: "The Brooks Drive 3 Pocket may be slightly more expensive than comparable compression-style bras, but I think that this bra's value mostly comes from its amazing construction and fabric. The well-thought-out construction shows the time and care put into making this bra, and the multiple-piece design provides targeted support rather than just relying on the compression of the fabric."