Head-to-head · Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28 vs Brooks Ghost 18

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Brooks Ghost 18 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.7). The gap is mostly about high-arch heel strikers wanting Brooks reliability — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #4 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28

4.5

$140

The Gel-Cumulus 28 is the midfoot-pressure pick — more space through midfoot for high-arch foot shape.

Strengths

— More space through midfoot — accommodates high arches
— Less aggressive clamping than daily trainers
— ASICS rear-foot gel cushion

Watch-outs

— Less plush than Nimbus
— Standard width
— Mid-arch may find it loose

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Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

Brooks Ghost 18

4.7

$140

The Ghost 18 is the Brooks high-arch pick — 10mm drop and DNA Loft v3 deliver heavenly cushion.

Strengths

— 10mm heel-to-toe drop favors high arches
— DNA Loft v3 midsole — heavenly cushion
— Brooks' best-selling daily trainer

Watch-outs

— Higher drop not for forefoot strikers
— Heavier than racing shoes
— Standard width less roomy than Nimbus

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How they stack up

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28

More midfoot space. Less plush than Nimbus. Lighter.

Brooks Ghost 18

10mm drop best for high arches. DNA Loft v3 cushion. Less roomy than Nimbus.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28	Brooks Ghost 18
Drop	8mm	10mm
Midfoot	Accommodating	—
Use	Neutral daily	Neutral daily
Brand	ASICS	Brooks
Midsole	—	DNA Loft v3

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