Brooks Ghost Amp vs New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
We haven't tested Brooks Ghost Amp yet, so its role suitability is estimated from published specs.
Brooks
Ghost Amp
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 81/100
Reviewers praise the ride and durability and split on the cushioning and upper.
New Balance
FuelCell Rebel v5
Check priceReview Pulse · Strongly positive · 94/100
Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and split on the upper and stability.
The differences that matter
- New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 is 29 g lighter.
- Brooks Ghost Amp has 2 mm more foam under the heel.
What reviewers say
Ride
Brooks Ghost Amp
Praised
Snappy and flexible at steady and tempo paces, with a lively forefoot and a natural feel; several testers find it firm and less bouncy than the DNA Hype name promises.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
A light, bouncy and flexible ride that feels fun at easy paces and lively enough for tempo work.
Cushioning
Brooks Ghost Amp
Divisive
The moderate stack protects routine miles without feeling bulky, but lab energy return is modest and the ride is firmer than expected.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
The taller PEBA-blended FuelCell stack adds protection without making the shoe feel heavy or mushy.
Upper
Brooks Ghost Amp
Divisive
The padded knit upper locks the foot down securely and breathes well, but the tapered toe box and short fit force some runners to size up.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Divisive
A light, secure Fantomfit upper with a roomy forefoot, though the midfoot can feel sloppy and the tongue causes pressure for some.
Durability
Brooks Ghost Amp
Praised
Outsole rubber coverage and lab abrasion results are strong, and testers see little wear after 50+ miles.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
The outsole rubber and foam hold up well for a light trainer, with better coverage than earlier Rebels.
Grip
Brooks Ghost Amp
Praised
Grip is dependable on dry and wet roads, though this is not a trail outsole.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
Traction is reliable on dry and wet roads, with enough grip for light paths.
Stability
Brooks Ghost Amp
Praised
A firm platform, heel sidewalls and a broad forefoot make it a stable neutral trainer for mild guidance needs.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Divisive
A wider platform and sidewalls add composure, but the soft foam and flexible forefoot make it less stable than firmer trainers.
Value
Brooks Ghost Amp
Praised
At $150, reviewers see a versatile, durable daily trainer that is fairly priced.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
At $140 it is one of the best values in the lightweight trainer category.
Which one to choose
Choose Brooks Ghost Amp if…
- you want more foam under you
- its stability is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Daily runs and tempo sessions
- Runners wanting a lighter, snappier Ghost
- Mild stability needs in the heel
Choose New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you prefer to feel closer to the ground
- its cushioning is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Daily training
- Tempo runs
- Easy long runs
Specifications
- Category
- Tempo / workout
- Tempo / workout
- Price
- $150
- $150
- Weight
- 255 g
- 226 g29 g lighter
- Drop
- 6 mm
- 6 mm
- Stack
- 36 / 30 mm2 mm more stack
- 34 / 28 mm
- Plate
- Not reported
- No plate
- Stability
- Neutral
- Neutral
- Foam
- DNA HYPE
- FuelCell
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE