Side by side comparison: Saucony Guide 18 vs Saucony Guide 19

Saucony Guide 18
SauconyGuide 18

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.8

Solid

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$100$134$123$100$89

Buy

Phasing Out

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 5Stability: 9Durability: 7Fun to Ride: 5

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 6Tempo: 4Race: 3Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Excellent breathability
Mild, non-intrusive stability
Secure, comfortable fit
Flat, uninspiring ride
Exposed foam limits outsole durability
Not suitable for fast paces

Specs

Best for5:15–6:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack35 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight278 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationstability
Seasonsummer
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A solid, breathable stability trainer best for easy daily miles and mild pronation support.

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Saucony Guide 19
SauconyGuide 19

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$150$169$155$127$113

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Gentle, non-intrusive stability
High comfort and plush fit
Improved outsole durability
Heavier than previous versions
Limited responsiveness

Specs

Best for5:15-6:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack35 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight275 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationoverpronation
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, plush daily trainer prioritizing comfort and durability over speed or excitement.

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