Length
Ghost 17
- Reports differ: true to size or large.
Brooks Ghost 17
BrooksTrainer shape
- Reviews
22 of 26 reviews recommend it.
2 have reservations; 2 do not recommend it.
Will it fit your foot?
- Length: True to size or large
- Width: Narrow, regular and wide: reports differ
- Toes: Roomy and snug: reports differ
- Arch: Reported blister
Where can you wear it?
- Warm days: feels hot
- Rain: feet stay dry
- Wet ground: grip holds
- Weight: reports differ
- Worn for running, walking
$120Mid-rangeprice at the maker's store
Find on Google- SoleChunky-looking
- Colourspink, purple, yellow
Do Brooks Ghost 17 run big?
Reported sensations
Under the arch
Ghost 17
- Reported blister.
Width
Ghost 17
- Wide fit.
- Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
Around the toes
Ghost 17
- Reports differ: roomy or snug.
How heavy do they feel?
Weight on foot
Ghost 17
- Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
Weather, water & grip
In warm weather
Ghost 17
- Feels hot.
Grip underfoot
Ghost 17
- Holds on wet ground.
Does rain get in?
Ghost 17
- Feet stayed dry.
How do they hold up over time?
What wears or breaks?
1Upper
Ghost 17
- Abrasion.
- Wearers said they had not seen creasing.
- Tearing.
- Tearing reported; not every wearer saw it.
Will they keep their looks?
Ghost 17
- Shows wear quickly.
- Holds up with wear.
How long have people worn them?
Ghost 17
- Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.
- Some pairs are still in use.
These are times already worn, not estimates of how long a new pair will last.
Materials & everyday details
Sole shape
Chunky-looking
Materials & details
- Colour contrast
- Sole stands out from the upper
- Sole colours
- pink / purple
- Upper colours
- pink / purple / yellow
From maker pages; visual descriptions are our reading of their images. Details can vary across versions.
See them on video
Brooks Ghost 17 Review: New Ghost with more foam tested by 3 runners
Brooks Ghost 17 | Full Review
Brooks Ghost 17
Brooks Ghost 17 Review | Is This the Best Daily Trainer of 2025?
BROOKS GHOST 17: The best-selling Brooks is back with a BIG update!
BROOKS GHOST 17 INITIAL REVIEW - BEST VALUE DAILY RUNNING SHOE in 2025? - EDDBUD
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Brooks Ghost 17: Your Perfect Running Companion by roadrunnersports
More videos
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Should you buy used shoes? Brooks ReStart Ghost 17 - Overview & Review
Brooks Ghost 17 Review
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Brooks Ghost 17 Revolutionized with MAJOR Upgrades!
Brooks Ghost 17 Review: The Beloved, Do-It-All Daily Trainer Is Back and Better Than Ever
Brooks Ghost 17 GTX: A Waterproof Sneaker Worth a Look!
Brooks Ghost 17 Review | Consistency is Key
Brooks Ghost 17: is the MOST POPULAR running shoe still the best? (100% HONEST)
Brooks Ghost 17 First Run Review: New Ghost gets more of that good foam
Brooks Ghost 17 Review: One of the All-Time Greats Gets More Cushion and Comfort
Brooks Ghost 17 Review: The Iconic Do-It-All Trainer Gets a Comfy Update
Putting some waterproof trainers to the test to STOP getting soggy ...
Brooks Running Shoes Review: Meet the Ghost 17
Brooks Ghost 17: The Must-Have Running Trainers by roadrunnersports
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About our research
Based on 36 reviews and other sources.
We compare owner feedback and reviews for fit, comfort and wear. Model details come from maker and retail information.
How we put the guide together →Compare with similar pairs
Similar uses, different fits and trade-offs. These are reports about each model, not a head-to-head test.
Brooks Ghost 17 vs Brooks Ghost 16
Also used for running. Compare length.
| What matters | Brooks Ghost 17 | Brooks Ghost 16 |
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| Length |
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| Sole shape | Chunky-looking | Regular profile |
| Maker price | $119.95 (price at the maker's store) | $109.95 (price at the maker's store) |
Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-26.
Brooks Ghost 17 vs Mizuno Wave Rider 29
Also used for running. Compare width.
| What matters | Brooks Ghost 17 | Mizuno Wave Rider 29 |
|---|---|---|
| Length |
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Wave Rider 29
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| Width |
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Wave Rider 29
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| Toe box |
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| Weight on the foot |
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| Sole shape | Chunky-looking | Chunky-looking |
| Maker price | $119.95 (price at the maker's store) | $150 (regular price at the maker's store) |
Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25.
Brooks Ghost 17 vs Mizuno Wave Sky 9
Also used for running. Compare length.
| What matters | Brooks Ghost 17 | Mizuno Wave Sky 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Length |
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| Width |
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| Toe box |
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| Weight on the foot |
| Running
Wave Sky 9
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| Sole shape | Chunky-looking | Chunky-looking |
| Maker price | $119.95 (price at the maker's store) | $180 (price at the maker's store) |
Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25.
Brooks Ghost 17 vs Nike Vomero 18
Also used for running. Compare length.
| What matters | Brooks Ghost 17 | Nike Vomero 18 |
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| Length |
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| Width |
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| Toe box |
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| Weight on the foot |
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| Sole shape | Chunky-looking | Chunky-looking |
| Maker price | $119.95 (price at the maker's store) | $165 (price at the maker's store) |
Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-26.
Brooks Ghost 17 vs Saucony Ride 19
Also used for running. Compare length.
| What matters | Brooks Ghost 17 | Saucony Ride 19 |
|---|---|---|
| Length |
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| Width |
| Wide
Ride 19
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| Toe box |
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| Weight on the foot |
| Wide
Ride 19
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| Sole shape | Chunky-looking | Chunky-looking |
| Maker price | $119.95 (price at the maker's store) | $145 (price at the maker's store) |
Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-10-01.
Brooks Ghost 17 vs Asics Gel-Nimbus
Also used for running. Compare length.
| What matters | Brooks Ghost 17 | Asics Gel-Nimbus |
|---|---|---|
| Length |
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27
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| Width |
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27
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| Toe box |
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27
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| Weight on the foot |
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26
27
Gel-Nimbus
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| Maker price | $119.95 (price at the maker's store) | $170–$185 (price at the maker's store) |
Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-28.
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