Head-to-head · Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet

Brooks Beast GTS 24 vs Hoka Arahi 8

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

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The short answer

Hoka Arahi 8 comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.0 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about heel strikers wanting mild stability and cushioning — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #10 in Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet

Brooks Beast GTS 24

4.0

3 sources2 derived$160as of Jun 8

The Beast GTS 24 is the maximal motion-control pick for severe overpronation, a heavy, firm, supremely stable trainer where GuideRails and a stiff midsole apply the strongest correction in this group. RunRepeat called it 'world-class stability,' and Doctors of Running graded its stability an A. At over 12 oz, though, it is a support specialist rather than a do-everything shoe.

Strengths

— World-class motion control — the strongest correction in this group for severe overpronation
— GuideRails plus a firm midsole excel at preventing lateral and medial drift
— Built for flat-footed, severe overpronators who need maximal support

Watch-outs

— Very heavy at over 12 oz — the bulkiest shoe in the group
— Firm midsole gives a ride that is anything but lively or fun
— Overkill for mild or moderate overpronators

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Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet

Hoka Arahi 8

4.5

4 sources1 derived$109.99as of Jun 7

RunRepeat says the Hoka Arahi 8 finally feels modern again after a long-awaited refresh. Reviewers praised the softer foam, wider fit, tall stack, and higher drop, all of which help heel strikers. It now borrows the H-Frame stability system from the Gaviota for steady support. RunRepeat also noted a small price increase and poor breathability in hot weather. Jordan Levy from Prevention.com found the Arahi 8 supportive, comfortable, and stable, though the rocker design makes it awkward for walking. Runners who want mild stability and cushioning are the fit; anyone training in hot climates or needing superior traction should look elsewhere.

Strengths

— Impressively lightweight for its size
— Strong shock absorption with 138 SA in heel compared to 106 SA in previous version
— Wider fit than previous versions

Watch-outs

— Very poor breathability
— Grip needs to improve, especially on wet surfaces

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Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

Brooks Beast GTS 24

Far more corrective and much heavier than every other shoe here — it provides maximal motion control where the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 offers moderate GuideRails support and the Saucony Guide 18 offers only mild stability. Firmer and far less plush than the cushioned Saucony Hurricane 25 and ASICS Gel-Kayano 32.

Hoka Arahi 8

The Hoka Arahi 8 is more lightweight than the ASICS Gel-Kayano 32 and offers better stability than the Saucony Guide 18, but it suffers from poor breathability compared to the New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14. Unlike the Hoka Gaviota 6, it provides better shock absorption but lacks the roomy fit of the Gaviota.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Brooks Beast GTS 24	Hoka Arahi 8
Weight	12.6 oz (M)	9.1 oz
Drop	12mm (12.7mm measured)	5 mm
Stack height	38.5mm heel / 25.8mm forefoot	—
Support type	Motion control (GuideRails)	—
Cushioning	Firm (DNA Loft)	—
Width options	Standard, Wide, Extra Wide	—
Upper	Engineered air mesh	Jacquard mesh
Dimensions	12 x 8 x 4.5 inches; 1.5 pounds	—
Stack Height	—	39.4 mm
Midsole	—	CMEVA
Stability	—	H-Frame
Arch Support	—	J-Frame Stability
Outsole	—	Durabrasion rubber

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