The Brooks Ghost 18 GTX and New Balance Klutch Athletics x NB AC Runner are both neutral road running shoes with balanced cushioning. The Klutch Athletics x NB AC Runner costs about $20 less (from $159.99).
New Balance
Klutch Athletics x NB AC Runner
4.5 (107)
$159.99
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| Spec | Ghost 18 GTX | Klutch Athletics x NB AC Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $180 | $159.99 |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 (39 reviews) | 4.5 / 5 (107 reviews) |
| Weight | 11.2 oz | 11.1 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 10 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Balanced | Balanced |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men |
Specs and prices from Brooks and New Balance, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Ghost 18 GTX if…
- it fits you better or you like its colors
Get the Klutch Athletics x NB AC Runner if…
- you want to spend less
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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