Saucony Ride 18 vs Ride 19

Which Running Shoe Is Better?

Products

Saucony Ride 18
Saucony Ride 19

Tested using Methodology v0.8.2

Updated Nov 19, 2025 10:42 PM

SEE PRICE
Amazon.com

Tested using Methodology v0.10

Updated Mar 10, 2026 08:29 PM

SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Saucony Ride 18 Picture

Track

Saucony Ride 19 Picture

Track

Our Verdict

Saucony Ride 18

Saucony Ride 19

The Saucony Ride 19 and Saucony Ride 18 are two iterations of Saucony's classic daily trainer, and while they remain similar in weight and overall purpose, the newer version noticeably refines the ride. The 19 feels more cushioned, helped by a slight increase in stack height that adds a bit more protection underfoot without changing the shoe's familiar character. Stability between the two remains similarly great, but the 19 introduces a more pronounced rocker, which helps transitions feel smoother and a bit more fluid through the stride. Overall, the Ride 19 moves the series in the right direction and stands as a worthwhile upgrade for runners looking for a more cushioned take on this dependable daily trainer.

0 

Variants

  • Ride 18 (Arctic/Barle - (Men - US 9))
  • Ride 18 (Azurite/Peel - (Men - US 9))
  • Ride 19 (Black/Pewter - (Men - US 9))
  • Ride 19 (Black/Silver - (Men - US 9))
Read more

Main Differences for
Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Marathon Racing 
 

6.7
6.9

Heel Stack Height 
 

36.8 mm
37.6 mm

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

6.0
6.1

Right Shoe Weight Photo 
 

Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 18 Right Shoe Weight Photo
Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 19 Right Shoe Weight Photo

Left Shoe Weight Photo 
 

Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 18 Left Shoe Weight Photo
Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 19 Left Shoe Weight Photo

Weight 
 

260.2 g (9.18 oz)
257.6 g (9.09 oz)

Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo 
 

Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 18 Stack Height Photo
Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 19 Stack Height Photo

Heel Stack Height 
 

36.8 mm
37.6 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

28.0 mm
27.8 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.8 mm
9.8 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.0 mm
8.0 mm

External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

Preview 3D
Saucony Ride 18 3D Model Full Shoe
Preview 3D
Saucony Ride 19 3D Model Full Shoe

Outsole Heel Width 
 

95 mm (3.7")
99 mm (3.9")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

72 mm (2.8")
75 mm (3.0")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

120 mm (4.7")
123 mm (4.8")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.58
2.63

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

4.29
4.42

Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

Preview 3D
Saucony Ride 18 3D Model Internal
Preview 3D
Saucony Ride 19 3D Model Internal

Internal Length 
 

279 mm (11.0")
282 mm (11.1")

Internal Heel Width 
 

66 mm (2.6")
66 mm (2.6")

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

94 mm (3.7")
94 mm (3.7")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

Yes
Yes

Forefoot Fit: Width 
 

9.8

Forefoot Width Photo  

Saucony Ride 19 Forefoot Width Photo

Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation 
 

0.9 mm (0.036")

Toe TTS Deviation 
 

2.8 mm (0.109")

Forefoot Fit: Height 
 

10

Forefoot Height Photo  

Saucony Ride 19 Forefoot Height Photo

Toe TTS Deviation 
 

-0.3 mm (-0.010")

Arch Fit: Width 
 

8.5

Arch Fit Photo  

Saucony Ride 19 Arch Fit Photo

Arch Width TTS Deviation 
 

-2.6 mm (-0.102")

Length Fit 
 

10

Toe Clearance Photo  

Saucony Ride 19 Toe Clearance Photo

Other Features  

Other Features Photo 
 

Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 18 Other Features Photo
Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 19 Other Features Photo

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Semi-gusseted
Semi-gusseted

Plate 
 

None
None
Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

7.1
7.4

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 18 Heel Energy Return
 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 19 Heel Energy Return

Heel Energy Return 
 

76.7%
77.9%

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

8.0
7.9

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 18 Forefoot Energy Return
 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 19 Forefoot Energy Return

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

80.7%
80.4%

Heel Cushioning 
 

7.4
7.8

Heel Cushioning Picture 
 

Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 18 Heel Cushioning Picture
Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 19 Heel Cushioning Picture

Heel Cushioning  

 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 18 Heel Cushioning
 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 19 Heel Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 550N 
 

3.15 J
3.47 J

Energy Absorbed At 1100N 
 

9.24 J
9.52 J

Energy Absorbed At 1900N 
 

16.08 J
16.60 J

Forefoot Cushioning 
 

7.2
7.6

Forefoot Cushioning Picture 
 

Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 18 Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Compare High-Res
Saucony Ride 19 Forefoot Cushioning Picture

Forefoot Cushioning  

 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 18 Forefoot Cushioning
 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 19 Forefoot Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

4.41 J
4.74 J

Energy Absorbed At 1300N 
 

7.76 J
8.15 J

Energy Absorbed At 2050N 
 

11.46 J
11.90 J

Heel Firmness 
 

5.7
5.4

Heel Firmness  

 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 18 Heel Firmness
 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 19 Heel Firmness

Firmness At 550N 
 

55.3 N/mm
53.1 N/mm

Firmness At 1100N 
 

106.1 N/mm
105.4 N/mm

Firmness At 1900N 
 

248.3 N/mm
231.6 N/mm

Forefoot Firmness 
 

8.2
8.1

Forefoot Firmness  

 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 18 Forefoot Firmness
 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 19 Forefoot Firmness

Firmness At 800N 
 

108.9 N/mm
106.0 N/mm

Firmness At 1300N 
 

221.0 N/mm
216.3 N/mm

Firmness At 2050N 
 

461.2 N/mm
454.9 N/mm

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

7.0

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning  

 Preview Graph
Saucony Ride 19 Forefoot Long Run Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

7.65 J

Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

7.47 J

Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

7.35 J

Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

7.24 J

Saucony Ride 18

Saucony Ride 19

Comments

  1. Comparison

Saucony Ride 18 vs Saucony Ride 19: Main Discussion

What do you think of these products? Let us know below.


Looking for a personalized buying advice from the RTINGS.com experts? Members have direct access to buying advice on our member forum.

PreviewBack to editorFormat guide
No comments yet, refresh to see new ones