Brooks Ghost 18 vs HOKA Clifton 11

The HOKA Clifton 11 and Brooks Ghost 18 are both classic daily trainers, but they suit different preferences. The HOKA is much more cushioned and performs better over longer runs, making it the best pick if you want deeper protection underfoot. The Brooks is heavier and sits lower to the ground, but it’s the more stable shoe and offers more groundfeel underfoot. Neither shoe is especially lively, so this mostly comes down to what you want from a shoe: the taller and more deeply cushioned HOKA or the more stable and traditional ride of the Brooks.