Side by side comparison: Brooks Ghost 17 vs Saucony Ride 18

Brooks Ghost 17
BrooksGhost 17

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.0

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$110$145$133$109$97

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 6Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Soft, reliable cushioning
Mild inherent stability
Secure, comfortable upper
Heavier than competitors
Restrictive fit for some
Outdated foam feel

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack36 mm heel / 26 mm forefoot
Weight289 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong daily trainer with soft cushioning, mild stability, and a secure but snug fit.

Where to Buy

Saucony Ride 18
SauconyRide 18

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$100$170$156$128$114

Strong Buy

Phasing Out

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 7Stability: 7Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 7Race: 6Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Versatile daily trainer
Breathable, plush upper
Durable outsole
Firm midsole feel
Narrow forefoot fit

Specs

Best for4:45–6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack35 mm heel / 27 mm forefoot
Weight274 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong, versatile daily trainer with a firm, balanced ride and excellent comfort.

Where to Buy