The ASICS GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF is a road running shoe and the Brooks Addiction GTS 15 is a stability road running shoe. The GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF costs about $55 less (from $84.95), has a lower heel-to-toe drop (10 mm vs 12 mm) and is rated higher by buyers (4.4 vs 4.1 out of 5). The Addiction GTS 15 is 0.7 oz lighter (12.2 oz vs 12.9 oz).
Specs side by side
| Spec | GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF | Addiction GTS 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $84.95 | $140 |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 (80 reviews) | 4.1 / 5 (1,206 reviews) |
| Weight | 12.9 oz | 12.2 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 10 mm | 12 mm |
| Cushioning | — | Balanced |
| Support | — | Stability |
| Surface | Road, Trail | Road |
| Available for | Men & 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-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF if…
- you want to spend less
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
Get the Addiction GTS 15 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
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