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ASICS GEL-EXCITE 11 vs Brooks Launch 12

The ASICS GEL-EXCITE 11 and Brooks Launch 12 are both neutral road running shoes. The GEL-EXCITE 11 costs about $45 less (from $74.95).

ASICS GEL-EXCITE 11

ASICS

GEL-EXCITE 11

4.5 (681)

$74.95

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Brooks Launch 12

Brooks

Launch 12

4.5 (173)

$120

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Specs side by side

GEL-EXCITE 11Launch 12
Price $74.95 $120
Rating 4.5 / 5 (681 reviews) 4.5 / 5 (173 reviews)
Weight 8.8 oz 8.9 oz
Heel-to-toe drop 8 mm 8 mm
Cushioning — Firm / responsive
Support Neutral Neutral
Surface Road Road
Available for Women Men & Women

Specs and prices from ASICS and Brooks, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.

Which should you get?

Get the GEL-EXCITE 11 if…

  • you want to spend less
  • you want the more widely reviewed shoe

Get the Launch 12 if…

  • it fits you better or you like its colors

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