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Best Converse sneakers for men over 40

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Run Star HikeRun Star HikeChunkyRun Star Hike Platform Canvas · SizingRuns large.$110 · Mid-range

26 of 27 recommend · 1 mixed

From the maker

  • Logo: noticeable

Fit

  • Run Star Hike Platform Canvas · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • SizingTrue to size.
  • Run Star Hike · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Run Star Hike · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfort: opinions differ (comfortable).
  • WeightFeels light.
  • Run Star Hike · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • Run Star Hike · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Run Star Hike · Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years of wear.
  • Run Star HikeBroken stitching.
  • Run Star Hike · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • Run Star Hike · Grip · wet weatherSlipping is reported.
  • Run Star Hike · GripA secure grip is reported.
  • Run Star Hike · RainDescribed as keeping water out.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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Chuck 70Chuck 70CourtChuck 70 Canvas · Toe roomTight around the toes.$90–$95 · Budget

15 of 16 recommend · 1 mixed

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • Chuck 70 Canvas · WidthNarrow fit.
  • SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • WidthNarrow fit.
  • Chuck 70 Low Top · Toe roomRoomy / snug. Reports differ.
  • Chuck 70 Low Top · Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • Chuck 70 Low Top · WidthWide fit.
  • Chuck 70 · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Chuck 70 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Chuck 70 · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Chuck 70 Canvas · Comfort · Short wearComfortable for this use.
  • Chuck 70 Canvas · WeightFeels heavy.
  • Comfort · Standing · All day standingComfortable for this use.
  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
  • Chuck 70 Canvas Low Top · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • Chuck 70 Canvas · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Chuck 70 Canvas · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years of wear.
  • Chuck 70 CanvasHeel wear.
  • Chuck 70 Canvas · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • outsoleComing apart.
  • A tear in the upper.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Chuck 70 Low Top · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Chuck 70 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Chuck 70 · Time wornOwners describe over 4 years of wear.
  • Chuck 70 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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WeaponWeaponCourtWeapon · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$66–$161 · Budget · at stores

17 of 18 recommend · 1 against

Fit

  • Weapon · Toe roomRoomy / snug / tight. Reports differ.
  • Weapon · Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • Weapon · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Weapon · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Weapon · Comfort · Short wearComfortable for this use.
  • Weapon · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • Weapon · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Weapon · Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years of wear.

Weather & grip

  • Weapon · Grip · ice surfaceA secure grip is reported.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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Fastbreak ProFastbreak ProSkateFastbreak Pro · InstepTight over the instep.$40–$121 · Budget · at stores

12 of 13 recommend · 1 mixed

From the maker

  • Logo: noticeable

Fit

  • Fastbreak Pro · Sizing · wide feetRuns large.
  • Fastbreak Pro · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Fastbreak Pro · Toe roomSnug around the toes.
  • Fastbreak Pro · WidthRegular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Fastbreak Pro · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Fastbreak Pro · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • Fastbreak Pro · Comfort · Short wearComfortable for this use.
  • Fastbreak Pro · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • Fastbreak Pro · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Fastbreak Pro · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Fastbreak ProA tear in the upper.
  • Fastbreak Pro · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • Fastbreak Pro · HeatWarm-weather comfort: opinions differ (cool, hot).

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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Run Star Legacy CXRun Star Legacy CXChunkySizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$110 · Mid-range · at stores

13 of 14 recommend · 1 against

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • WidthWide fit.
  • run star legacy cx high top · SizingTrue to size.
  • Run Star Legacy CX · SizingRuns large.
  • Run Star Legacy CX · WidthNarrow fit.

Comfort

  • WeightFeels light.
  • run star legacy cx high top · WeightFeels light.
  • Run Star Legacy CX · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • run star legacy cx high top · Time wornOwners describe over 4 years of wear.
  • run star legacy cx high top · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Run Star Legacy CX
Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All StarCourtSizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$65–$80 · Budget

19 of 23 recommend · 1 mixed, 3 against

From the maker

  • Logo: noticeable

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • WidthNarrow fit.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star High Top · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star High Top · WidthNarrow fit.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Leather · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · WidthWide fit.

Comfort

  • WeightFeels light.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star High Top · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star High Top · WeightFeels light.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Comfort · Standing · All day standingComfortable for this use.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · WeightFeels heavy.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Heel wear.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star High Top · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star High TopWearers said they had not seen a tear in the upper.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star High Top · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or over 4 years of wear.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low TopSole separation.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • HeatFeels hot.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Leather · Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • Chuck Taylor All Star Leather · Rain · wet weatherDescribed as keeping water out.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Chuck Taylor All Star
AS-1 ProAS-1 ProSkateAS-1 Pro · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$85–$90 · Budget · AI estimate

12 of 14 recommend · 1 mixed, 1 against

From the maker

  • Logo: prominent

Fit

  • AS-1 Pro · Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • AS-1 Pro · Width · wide feetNarrow fit.
  • AS-1 Pro · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • AS-1 Pro · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AS-1 Pro · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • AS-1 Pro · upperAbrasion.
  • AS-1 Pro · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • AS-1 Pro · stitchingTearing.
  • AS-1 Probroken stitching, a tear in the upper reported. Other wearers did not report the same damage.
  • AS-1 Pro · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • AS-1 Pro · GripA secure grip is reported.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about AS-1 Pro
Louie Lopez ProLouie Lopez ProSkateLouie Lopez Pro · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$85–$90 · Budget · AI estimate

6 of 6 recommend

From the maker

  • Logo: prominent

Fit

  • Louie Lopez Pro · WidthRegular width.

Comfort

  • Louie Lopez Pro · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Louie Lopez Pro · Comfort · Short wearComfortable for this use.
  • Louie Lopez Pro · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • Louie Lopez Pro · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Louie Lopez Pro · outsoleAbrasion.
  • Louie Lopez ProA tear in the upper.
  • Louie Lopez Pro · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Louie Lopez Pro
Jack PurcellJack PurcellCourtSizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$117 · Mid-range · at stores

7 of 10 recommend · 1 mixed, 2 against

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • Toe roomTight around the toes.
  • WidthWide fit.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All day walkingUncomfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.
Read about Jack Purcell
One StarOne StarSkateSizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$80 · Budget

5 of 8 recommend · 2 mixed, 1 against

From the maker

  • Logo: prominent

Fit

  • One Star Pro Suede · SizingTrue to size.
  • One Star Pro Suede · WidthNarrow fit.
  • One Star Pro · SizingTrue to size.
  • One Star Pro · WidthNarrow fit.
  • One Star · Sizing · wide feetRuns large.
  • One Star · SizingRuns large.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • One Star Pro · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • upperCreasing.
  • One Star Pro Suede · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • One Star Pro Suede · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years of wear.
  • One Star Pro Suede · stitchingComing apart.
  • One Star Pro SuedeA tear in the upper.
  • One Star Pro Suede · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • One Star Pro · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about One Star
Run Star TrainerRun Star TrainerRunnerRun Star Trainer · SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$75 · Budget · at stores

2 of 4 recommend · 1 mixed, 1 against

From the maker

  • Logo: prominent

Fit

  • Run Star Trainer · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Run Star Trainer · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Run Star Trainer · Weight · WalkingFeels heavy.

Wear over time

  • Run Star Trainer · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Run Star Trainer · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Run Star Trainer · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Run Star Trainer
Star Player 76Star Player 76CourtLogo: noticeable$99 · Budget · resale

Maker details describe available versions. Materials and fastening can vary by version.

Beyond the individual pair

What repeats across Converse

Strengths and trade-offs that recur in the models here. The version and the way you wear it still matter.

What works well

Comfort through the day

All day

Comfortable for this use.

Reported across AS-1 Pro, Chuck 70, Chuck Taylor All Star High Top and other pairs.

Different experience: Run Star Hike. Comfort: opinions differ (comfortable).

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • AS-1 ProAS-1 Pro · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Chuck 70Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star High Top · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Fastbreak ProFastbreak Pro · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Louie Lopez ProLouie Lopez Pro · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • One StarComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • WeaponWeapon · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Run Star HikeComfort · All day

    Comfort: opinions differ (comfortable).

How the weight feels

Feels light.

Reported across Chuck 70 Canvas Low Top, Chuck Taylor All Star, Chuck Taylor All Star High Top and other pairs.

Different experience: Chuck 70 Canvas. Feels heavy.

Which pairs, and where it differs

What to weigh up

Length & sizing

Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

Reported across AS-1 Pro, Chuck 70, Chuck Taylor All Star and other pairs.

Different experience: Chuck 70. Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • AS-1 ProAS-1 Pro · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Chuck 70Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarSizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Fastbreak ProFastbreak Pro · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Run Star HikeRun Star Hike · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • WeaponWeapon · Sizing

    Runs large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Chuck 70Chuck 70 · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star High Top · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star Leather · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Jack PurcellSizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Louie Lopez ProLouie Lopez Pro · Sizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • One StarSizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • One StarOne Star Pro Suede · Sizing

    True to size.

  • One StarOne Star Pro · Sizing

    True to size.

  • One StarOne Star · Sizing

    Runs large.

  • Run Star HikeRun Star Hike Platform Canvas · Sizing

    Runs large.

  • Run Star HikeSizing

    True to size.

  • Run Star Legacy CXSizing

    Runs large / true to size. Reports differ.

  • Run Star Legacy CXrun star legacy cx high top · Sizing

    True to size.

  • Run Star Legacy CXRun Star Legacy CX · Sizing

    Runs large.

  • Run Star TrainerRun Star Trainer · Sizing

    Runs small / true to size. Reports differ.

Width

Narrow fit.

Reported across Chuck 70 Canvas, Chuck 70, Chuck Taylor All Star and other pairs.

Different experience: AS-1 Pro. Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

Which pairs, and where it differs

After the first impression

How Converse pairs age

Appearance and wear can tell different stories. Here is what repeats as the pairs get used.

Keeping a tidy appearance

Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

Reported across AS-1 Pro, Chuck Taylor All Star High Top, Louie Lopez Pro and other pairs.

Different experience: Chuck 70 Canvas. Keeps its looks.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • AS-1 ProAS-1 Pro · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star High Top · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Louie Lopez ProLouie Lopez Pro · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • One StarOne Star Pro Suede · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Run Star HikeRun Star Hike · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • WeaponWeapon · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Chuck 70Chuck 70 Canvas · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Chuck 70Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Chuck 70Chuck 70 Low Top · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Chuck 70Chuck 70 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarAppearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fastbreak ProFastbreak Pro · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • One StarAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • One StarOne Star Pro · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Run Star TrainerRun Star Trainer · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

Wear & damage

A tear in the upper.

Reported across Chuck 70, Fastbreak Pro, Louie Lopez Pro and other pairs.

Different experience: AS-1 Pro. broken stitching, a tear in the upper reported. Other wearers did not report the same damage.

Which pairs, and where it differs
Time owners have worn their pairs

Reported time already worn, not an expected lifespan. These periods are not paired with the condition reports above.

  • AS-1 ProAS-1 Pro · Time worn

    Owners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • Chuck 70Chuck 70 Canvas · Time worn

    Owners describe 2–4 years of wear.

  • Chuck 70Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • Chuck 70Chuck 70 · Time worn

    Owners describe over 4 years of wear.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarTime worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Chuck Taylor All StarChuck Taylor All Star Low Top · Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or over 4 years of wear.

  • Fastbreak ProFastbreak Pro · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • One StarOne Star Pro Suede · Time worn

    Owners describe 2–4 years of wear.

  • Run Star HikeRun Star Hike · Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years of wear.

  • Run Star Legacy CXrun star legacy cx high top · Time worn

    Owners describe over 4 years of wear.

  • Run Star TrainerRun Star Trainer · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • WeaponWeapon · Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years of wear.

What it costs

Converse prices, model by model

Regular maker prices for 12 of the 12 models in our catalogue run from $39.96 (Fastbreak Pro) to $161 (Weapon).

  1. Chuck Taylor All Star$65–$80
  2. Run Star Trainer$74.95
  3. Weapon$66–$161
  4. Fastbreak Pro$39.96–$121
  5. One Star$80
  6. AS-1 Pro$85–$90
  7. Louie Lopez Pro$85–$90
  8. Chuck 70$90–$95
  9. Star Player 76$99
  10. Run Star Hike$110
  11. Run Star Legacy CX$110
  12. Jack Purcell$116.50

Regular prices from the maker’s US pages. Model pages show the dates; prices may have changed.

See it in use

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The wider picture

More about Converse

How the brand is received

Brand signals

The evidence behind Converse

  • Rating evidence

    Overall review score 7.9/10. 10 of 12 catalogued models rated, each with equal weight; 141 distinct identified authors.

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How we know this

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