Brooks Ghost 18 vs On Cloudmonster 3
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| BrooksGhost 18 | OnCloudmonster 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | May 2026 | March 2026 |
| Fit and feel | ||
| Made for | Road running | Road running |
| Weight | 289 g (better) | 295 g |
| Heel height | 36 mm | 35 mm |
| Forefoot height | 26 mm | 29 mm |
| Drop | 10 mm | 6 mm |
| Carbon plate | No | No |
| Midsole foam | Nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3; OrthoLite X-60 sockliner | Dual-density Helion foam in a triple layer of CloudTec cushioning; enhanced rocker shape |
| Plate | – | Nylon-blend Speedboard |
| Upper | Two-colour air mesh (triple jacquard engineered mesh, per Running Warehouse); flat-knit, padded tongue; 55.3% recycled materials in the upper | Engineered knit with targeted breathable zones; enhanced tongue |
| Outsole | RoadTack rubber | Compressed rubber |
| Fit | – | Regular, true to size (On) |
| Use | ||
| Best for | Road running, daily runs, walking (Brooks) | Everyday runs; On calls it a daily trainer |
| Measured figures | Brooks gives 289.2 g (10.2 oz). Running Warehouse, men's US 9: 283 g, 36 mm heel, 26 mm forefoot. RunRepeat lab: 289 g, 37.3 mm heel, 25.1 mm forefoot, 12.2 mm drop | On gives 295 g for a men's US 8.5. Running Warehouse, men's US 9: 295 g, 40 mm heel, 34 mm forefoot. RunRepeat lab: 301 g, 38.6 mm heel, 32.2 mm forefoot, 6.4 mm drop |
| Design | ||
| Widths | Narrow (1B), medium (1D), wide (2E) and extra wide (4E) | Regular and wide |
