Brooks Ghost 18 vs Brooks Ghost 18 Women's

Brooks Ghost 18 vs Brooks Ghost 18 Women's, side by side on equal terms. Differences are emphasised; matching specs are dimmed.

Specification	Brooks Ghost 18	Brooks Ghost 18 Women's
MSRP	$150	$150
Weight	289.2g	261g
Drop	10mm	10mm
Stack (heel/forefoot)	—	—
Lug depth	—	—
Surface	Road	Road
Primary use	Daily	Daily
Cushion	Moderate	High
Firmness	Balanced	Balanced
Stability	Neutral	Neutral
Plate	Unknown	None
Waterproof	No	No
Midsole	DNA LOFT v3 (nitrogen-infused)	DNA LOFT v3 (nitrogen-infused)
Outsole	RoadTack rubber	RoadTack rubber
Width availability	Standard	Standard
Best for	Neutral runners logging easy daily miles and walking who value comfort and consistency over pace.	Everyday easy and moderate mileage for runners who want a cushioned, neutral trainer with a higher drop.
Avoid if	You want a light, snappy shoe for tempo or race days, or you need built-in stability posting.	You want a low-drop, responsive, or lightweight shoe for fast workouts or racing.
Lowest offer	—	—

Which should you pick?

head-to-head · opinion

Both are neutral daily trainers at the same 150 USD and 10 mm drop, so the choice is largely fit and cushioning: the standard Ghost 18 offers moderate cushion at 289 g, while the women's version is lighter at 261 g with a higher cushion level. Pick the women's Ghost 18 if you want a bit more softness underfoot for easy and moderate miles; either way, look elsewhere if you need a light, snappy shoe for tempo or racing.