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

Brooks Ghost 18
BrooksGhost 18

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$145$169$155$127$113

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 6Stability: 8Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 7Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Durable outsole
Stable ride
Comfortable upper
Heavy for category
Limited energy return

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

Traditional daily trainer prioritizing comfort, stability, and durability over speed or excitement.

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