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Best New Balance sneakers for men over 40

Runner and trainer silhouettes lead this catalogue.

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2002R2002RRunner2002R · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$145 · Mid-range · at stores

38 of 41 recommend · 2 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • 2002R · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 2002R · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • 2002R · Comfort · Running · An ordinary dayComfortable for this use.
  • 2002R · Comfort · All day standingComfortable for this use.
  • 2002R · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 2002R · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • 2002R · Comfort · An ordinary dayComfortable for this use.
  • 2002R · Weight · hot weatherFeels light.
  • 2002R · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • 2002R · Appearance · wide feetKeeps its looks.
  • 2002R · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 2002R · upperAbrasion.
  • 2002R · Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • 2002R · heelComing apart.
  • 2002R · upperTearing.
  • 2002R · heelThe wearer stopped using this pair.
  • 2002R · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • 2002R · Heat · hot weatherFeels cool.
  • 2002R · HeatFeels cool.
  • 2002R · GripA secure grip is reported.
  • 2002R · RainWater got into the shoes.

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

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997H997HRunner997H · Sizing · hot weatherRuns large.$70–$100 · Budget · at stores

18 of 19 recommend · 1 against

Fit

  • 997H · SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 997H · WidthWidth: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

Comfort

  • 997H · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 997H · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • stitchingComing apart.
  • 997H · Appearance · wet weatherKeeps its looks.
  • 997H · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • 997H · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years of wear.
  • 997HA tear in the upper.
  • 997H · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

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

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Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X MoreTrainerSizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$160 · Mid-range

21 of 24 recommend · 2 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • WidthWide fit.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · SizingTrue to size.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · WidthRegular width / wide. Reports differ.
  • Fresh Foam X More · InstepRoom over the instep.
  • Fresh Foam X More · WidthWide fit.

Comfort

  • Comfort · Walking · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Weight · TrainingFeels heavy.
  • WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · Comfort · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · WeightWeight: opinions differ (heavy, light).

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Condition · wet weatherSome pairs remain in use.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Fresh Foam X More · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Weather & grip

  • HeatFeels hot.
  • Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · Grip · pavement surface · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • Fresh Foam X More v6 · GripA secure grip is reported.

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

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992992RunnerSizingRuns large.$200 · Mid-range

11 of 12 recommend · 1 mixed

Fit

  • 992 · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 992 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 992 · Width · narrow feetNarrow fit.
  • Made in USA 992 · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Made in USA 992 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Made in USA 992 · WidthRegular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All day standingUncomfortable for this use.
  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
  • Made in USA 992 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Made in USA 992 · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • 992 · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • 992 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Made in USA 992 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Made in USA 992 · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • Made in USA 992 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

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

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18901890RunnerSizingTrue to size.$180–$200 · Mid-range

10 of 11 recommend · 1 mixed

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.
  • 1890 · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 1890 · WidthNarrow fit.
  • ABZORB 1890 · SizingTrue to size.
  • ABZORB 1890 · WidthNarrow fit.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • upperTearing.
  • A tear in the upper.

Weather & grip

  • Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.

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

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608608TrainerInstepRoom over the instep.$80–$85 · Budget · at stores

16 of 18 recommend · 2 against

Fit

  • SizingTrue to size.
  • Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 608v5 · SizingTrue to size.
  • 608v5 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 608v5 · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.
  • 608 · Toe roomSnug around the toes.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All day standingComfortable for this use.
  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 608v5 · Comfort · Standing · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 608v5 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 608v5 · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • 608v5 · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • 608v5 · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 608v5 · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • 608v5 · upperTearing.
  • 608v5 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • GripA secure grip is reported.
  • 608v5 · Grip · ice surface · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • 608v5 · Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • 608v5 · GripA secure grip is reported.

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

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90609060Chunky9060 · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$150–$160 · Mid-range · at stores

22 of 29 recommend · 5 mixed, 2 against

Fit

  • 9060 · Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • 9060 · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • 9060 · Comfort · All day standingComfortable for this use.
  • 9060 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 9060 · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • 9060 · Comfort · Short wearUncomfortable for this use.
  • 9060 · Weight · pavement surfaceFeels light.
  • 9060 · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • 9060 · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 9060 · Time worn · At workOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 9060 · Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • 9060 · stitchingComing apart.
  • 9060 · upperComing apart.
  • 9060 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • 9060 · HeatFeels cool.

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

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13001300RunnerSizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$200–$225 · Premium

15 of 19 recommend · 3 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • 1300 · SizingRuns large.
  • Made in USA 1300 · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Made in USA 1300 · WidthRegular width.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
  • 1300 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Made in USA 1300 · Comfort · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
  • Made in USA 1300 · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Time worn · wet weatherOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • stitching · wet weatherComing apart.
  • Condition · wet weatherSome pairs remain in use.
  • Made in USA 1300 · stitchingComing apart.

Weather & grip

  • Rain · wet weatherDescribed as keeping water out.

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

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204L204LRunner204L · SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$120 · Mid-range

11 of 13 recommend · 1 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • 204L · Toe room · thick socksRoomy around the toes.
  • 204L · Width · wide feetNarrow fit.
  • 204L · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • 204L · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 204L · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • 204L · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 204L · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 204L · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • 204L · GripA secure grip is reported.

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

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Fresh Foam X 1080Fresh Foam X 1080TrainerSizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$180 · Mid-range · at stores

8 of 10 recommend · 2 mixed

Fit

  • Width · narrow feetNarrow fit.
  • WidthRegular width / wide. Reports differ.
  • Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · SizingTrue to size.
  • Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · WidthRegular width.
  • Fresh Foam X 1080 · SizingTrue to size.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
  • Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · Comfort · An ordinary dayComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Fresh Foam X 1080 · AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.

Weather & grip

  • Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · GripA secure grip is reported.

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

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574574RunnerSizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$100 · Budget

16 of 20 recommend · 1 mixed, 3 against

Fit

  • 574 · SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 574 · Toe roomRoomy / snug / tight. Reports differ.
  • 574 · WidthWidth: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

Comfort

  • WeightFeels light.
  • 574 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 574 · Weight · WalkingFeels light.
  • 574 · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 574 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • 574 · Time worn · wet weatherOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 574 · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or over 4 years of wear.
  • 574 · outsoleComing apart.
  • 574 · upperComing apart, tearing.
  • 574 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • 574 · RainWater got into the shoes.

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

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993993RunnerSizingRuns large.$200 · Mid-range

14 of 17 recommend · 3 against

Fit

  • WidthWide fit.
  • 993 Made in USA · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 993 Made in USA · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 993 Made in USA · Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • 993 Made in USA · WidthRegular width / wide. Reports differ.
  • 993 · SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 993 · WidthWide fit.

Comfort

  • 993 Made in USA · Comfort · Walking · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 993 Made in USA · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 993 Made in USA · Weight · WalkingFeels heavy.
  • 993 Made in USA · WeightFeels light.
  • 993 · WeightFeels light.
  • Made in USA 993 · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • 993 Made in USA · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 993 Made in USA · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months of wear.
  • 993 Made in USAA tear in the upper.
  • 993 Made in USA · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • 993 · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 993 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Made in USA 993 · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Made in USA 993 · upperComing apart.

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

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1906R1906RRunner1906R · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$155 · Mid-range · at stores

13 of 16 recommend · 3 against

Fit

  • 1906R · Toe roomSnug around the toes.
  • 1906R · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • 1906R · Comfort · All dayComfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.
  • 1906R · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • 1906R · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • 1906R · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 1906RFading.
  • 1906R · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • 1906R · outsoleComing apart.
  • 1906RSole separation.

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

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480480CourtSizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$90–$100 · Budget · at stores

16 of 23 recommend · 4 mixed, 3 against

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy / snug. Reports differ.
  • WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.
  • 480 · WidthNarrow fit.
  • NB Numeric 480 · SizingTrue to size.
  • NB Numeric 480 · WidthNarrow fit.
  • Numeric 480 · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Numeric 480 · WidthNarrow fit.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels heavy.
  • Numeric 480 · WeightFeels heavy.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • upperFading.
  • Creasing.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • Broken stitching.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Numeric 480 · Time worn · At workOwners describe 1–2 years of wear.
  • Numeric 480 · upperComing apart.
  • Numeric 480Wearers said they had not seen broken stitching.
  • Numeric 480 · Condition · At workSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • HeatFeels hot.

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

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550550CourtSizingTrue to size.$85–$209 · Mid-range · at stores

11 of 16 recommend · 3 mixed, 2 against

Fit

  • WidthNarrow fit.
  • 550 · Sizing · WalkingTrue to size.
  • 550 · SizingSizing: opinions differ (runs large, true to size, runs small).
  • 550 · Toe roomRoomy / snug / tight. Reports differ.
  • 550 · WidthWidth: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 550 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 550 · WeightFeels heavy.

Wear over time

  • 550 · AppearanceHow it keeps its looks: opinions differ (keeps its looks, wears quickly).
  • 550Creasing.
  • 550 · Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or under 3 months of wear.
  • 550 · heelTearing.
  • 550Heel wear.
  • 550 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

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

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740740Runner740 · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$115 · Mid-range

11 of 15 recommend · 4 against

Fit

  • 740 · Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • 740 · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • 740 · Comfort · All day standingComfortable for this use.
  • 740 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 740 · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • 740 · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • 740 · upperCreasing.
  • 740 · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 740Broken stitching.

Weather & grip

  • 740 · 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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991991RunnerSizingTrue to size.$270 · Premium

9 of 13 recommend · 1 mixed, 3 against

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.
  • 991 Made in UK · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 991 Made in UK · Toe roomTight around the toes.
  • 991 Made in UK · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.
  • 991v2 · SizingTrue to size.
  • 991v2 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 991v2 · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.
  • 991 Made in UK · WeightFeels light.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · Weight · TravelFeels light.
  • 991v2 · Comfort · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
  • 991v2 · Comfort · Short wearUncomfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • stitchingComing apart.
  • upperTearing.
  • 991 Made in UK · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • 991 Made in UKBroken stitching.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · outsoleComing apart.
  • 991v2 Made in UKSole separation, broken stitching.
  • 991v2 Made in UK · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • 991v2 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • 991v2 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

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

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990990RunnerSizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.$136–$216 · Mid-range · at stores

16 of 25 recommend · 2 mixed, 7 against

Fit

  • 990v6 · SizingSizing: opinions differ (runs large, true to size).
  • 990v6 · Toe roomTight around the toes.
  • 990v6 · Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • 990v6 · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.
  • Made in USA 990v6 · SizingRuns large / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Made in USA 990v6 · Toe roomSome reports disagree: snug.
  • Made in USA 990v6 · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 990v6 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 990v6 · Comfort · Short wearUncomfortable for this use.
  • 990v6 · WeightFeels light.
  • Made in USA 990v6 · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • Made in USA 990v6 · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • 990 · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • 990v6 · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • 990v6 · Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • 990v6 · outsoleComing apart.
  • 990v6 · upperComing apart, tearing.
  • 990v6 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Made in USA 990v6 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Made in USA 990v6 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • 990v6 · HeatFeels cool.

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

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928928Trainer928v3 · InstepRoom over the instep.$155–$175 · Mid-range · at stores

5 of 8 recommend · 1 mixed, 2 against

Fit

  • 928v3 · WidthRegular width.
  • Hook and Loop Leather 928v3 · SizingRuns small.
  • Hook and Loop Leather 928v3 · WidthNarrow fit.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Time wornOwners describe 1–2 years or over 4 years or under 3 months of wear.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • 928v3 · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

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

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Fresh Foam X 880Fresh Foam X 880TrainerSizingTrue to size.$142 · Mid-range · at stores

6 of 9 recommend · 3 against

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • WidthWide fit.
  • 880v15 · SizingTrue to size.
  • 880v15 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • 880v15 · WidthRegular width.
  • Fresh Foam X 880v15 · SizingTrue to size.
  • Fresh Foam X 880v15 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Fresh Foam X 880v15 · WidthWide fit.

Comfort

  • WeightFeels light.
  • 880v15 · WeightFeels heavy.
  • Fresh Foam X 880v15 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Fresh Foam X 880v15 · WeightFeels heavy.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Sole separation.
  • 880v15 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Fresh Foam X 880v15 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

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

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T500T500CourtSizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$110 · Mid-range · at stores

4 of 7 recommend · 1 mixed, 2 against

Fit

  • T500 · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • T500 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • T500 · WidthWidth: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • T500 · Comfort · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
  • T500 · WeightFeels heavy.

Wear over time

  • Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • T500 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Weather & grip

  • After rain · wet weatherDamage was reported after rain.
  • T500 · HeatFeels hot.

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

Read about T500
577577Trainer577v1 · WidthNarrow fit.$90 · Budget

3 of 5 recommend · 2 against

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years or over 4 years of wear.
  • outsoleComing apart.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • 577v1 · Appearance · WalkingKeeps its looks.
  • 577v1 · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 577v1 · outsoleComing apart.
  • 577v1 · upperComing apart.

Weather & grip

  • Grip · wet weatherSlipping is reported.
  • 577v1 · Grip · ice surface · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.

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

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Fresh Foam X 860Fresh Foam X 860TrainerSizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.$140–$178 · Mid-range · at stores

10 of 23 recommend · 3 mixed, 10 against

Fit

  • Toe roomRoomy / tight. Reports differ.
  • WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.
  • Fresh Foam X 860v15 · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.
  • Fresh Foam X 860v15 · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.
  • Fresh Foam X 860 · SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Fresh Foam X 860 · WidthRegular width.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.
  • WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
  • Fresh Foam X 860v15 · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • outsoleComing apart.
  • upperTearing.
  • A tear in the upper.
  • Fresh Foam X 860v15 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Fresh Foam X 860v15 · Time wornOwners describe over 4 years of wear.
  • Fresh Foam X 860v15 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Fresh Foam X 860 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.

Weather & grip

  • Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.
  • Fresh Foam X 860 · Grip · wet weatherA secure grip is reported.

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

Read about Fresh Foam X 860
237237Runner237 · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$71–$90 · Budget · at stores

5 of 11 recommend · 6 against

Fit

  • 237 · Toe roomTight around the toes.
  • 237 · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • 237 · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • 237 · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • 237 · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • 237 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • 237 · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • 237 · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • 237 · HeatFeels cool.

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

Read about 237
950950Trainer950 · SizingTrue to size.$120 · Mid-range · AI estimate

Comfort

  • 950 · WeightFeels heavy.
Fresh Foam ArishiFresh Foam ArishiRunnerSizingRuns small.$80 · Budget

0 of 2 recommend · 2 against

Fit

  • Fresh Foam Arishi v4 · WidthNarrow fit.

Comfort

  • WeightFeels light.

Beyond the individual pair

What repeats across New Balance

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 1300, 1890, 2002R and other pairs.

Different experience: 1300. Uncomfortable for this use.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • 13001300 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 1890Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 2002R2002R · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 204L204L · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 237237 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 550Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 550550 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 574574 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 608Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 608608v5 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 740740 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 90609060 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 928Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 990Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 990990v6 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 991Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 992Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 992Made in USA 992 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 993993 Made in USA · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 997H997H · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Fresh Foam X 1080Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Fresh Foam X 880Fresh Foam X 880v15 · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • T500Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • 1300Comfort · All day

    Uncomfortable for this use.

  • 1300Made in USA 1300 · Comfort · All day

    Uncomfortable for this use.

  • 1906R1906R · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.

  • 991991v2 · Comfort · All day

    Uncomfortable for this use.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for some wearers; uncomfortable for others.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X More v6 · Comfort · All day

    Uncomfortable for this use.

  • T500T500 · Comfort · All day

    Uncomfortable for this use.

How the weight feels

Feels light.

Reported across 1300, 1890, 204L and other pairs.

Different experience: 1906R. Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • 1300Made in USA 1300 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 1890Weight

    Feels light.

  • 204L204L · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 237237 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 574Weight

    Feels light.

  • 574574 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 740740 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 990990v6 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 990Made in USA 990v6 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 991Weight

    Feels light.

  • 991991 Made in UK · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 993993 Made in USA · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 993993 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 993Made in USA 993 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • 997H997H · Weight

    Feels light.

  • Fresh Foam ArishiWeight

    Feels light.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Fresh Foam X 860v15 · Weight

    Feels light.

  • Fresh Foam X 880Weight

    Feels light.

  • 1906R1906R · Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • 2002R2002R · Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • 480Weight

    Feels heavy.

  • 480Numeric 480 · Weight

    Feels heavy.

  • 550550 · Weight

    Feels heavy.

  • 608608v5 · Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • 90609060 · Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • 950950 · Weight

    Feels heavy.

  • 992Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • Fresh Foam X 1080Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Weight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • Fresh Foam X 880880v15 · Weight

    Feels heavy.

  • Fresh Foam X 880Fresh Foam X 880v15 · Weight

    Feels heavy.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreWeight

    Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X More v6 · Weight

    Weight: opinions differ (heavy, light).

  • T500T500 · Weight

    Feels heavy.

What to weigh up

Width

Narrow fit.

Reported across 1890, 480, 550 and other pairs.

Different experience: 1300. Regular width.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • 18901890 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 1890ABZORB 1890 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 480480 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 480NB Numeric 480 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 480Numeric 480 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 550Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 577577v1 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 928Hook and Loop Leather 928v3 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • Fresh Foam ArishiFresh Foam Arishi v4 · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • 1300Made in USA 1300 · Width

    Regular width.

  • 1890Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • 1906R1906R · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • 2002R2002R · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • 204L204L · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • 237237 · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • 480Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • 550550 · Width

    Width: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

  • 574574 · Width

    Width: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

  • 608608v5 · Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • 740740 · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • 90609060 · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • 928928v3 · Width

    Regular width.

  • 990990v6 · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • 990Made in USA 990v6 · Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • 991Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • 991991 Made in UK · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • 991991v2 Made in UK · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • 991991v2 · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • 992Made in USA 992 · Width

    Regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • 993Width

    Wide fit.

  • 993993 Made in USA · Width

    Regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • 993993 · Width

    Wide fit.

  • 997H997H · Width

    Width: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

  • Fresh Foam X 1080Width

    Regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Fresh Foam X 1080Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · Width

    Regular width.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Fresh Foam X 860v15 · Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Fresh Foam X 860 · Width

    Regular width.

  • Fresh Foam X 880Width

    Wide fit.

  • Fresh Foam X 880880v15 · Width

    Regular width.

  • Fresh Foam X 880Fresh Foam X 880v15 · Width

    Wide fit.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreWidth

    Wide fit.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X More v6 · Width

    Regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X More · Width

    Wide fit.

  • T500T500 · Width

    Width: opinions differ (narrow, regular width, wide).

In the rain

Water got into the shoes.

Reported across 2002R, 574.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • 2002R2002R · Rain

    Water got into the shoes.

  • 574574 · Rain

    Water got into the shoes.

After the first impression

How New Balance pairs age

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

Keeping a tidy appearance

Keeps its looks.

Reported across 1300, 1890, 237 and other pairs.

Different experience: 1906R. Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • 1300Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 1890Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 237237 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 574574 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 577Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 990Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 990Made in USA 990v6 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 991991 Made in UK · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 991991v2 Made in UK · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 991991v2 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 992Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 992Made in USA 992 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 997H997H · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fresh Foam X 1080Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fresh Foam X 1080Fresh Foam X 1080v14 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Fresh Foam X 860v15 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Fresh Foam X 860 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fresh Foam X 880880v15 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X More · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • T500T500 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • 1906R1906R · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 2002R2002R · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 204L204L · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 480Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 550550 · Appearance

    How it keeps its looks: opinions differ (keeps its looks, wears quickly).

  • 574Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 608608v5 · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 90609060 · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 928Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 928928v3 · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 990990v6 · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • 991Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • 993993 Made in USA · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Fresh Foam X 1080Fresh Foam X 1080 · Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Fresh Foam X 880Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X More v6 · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

Wear: outsole

Coming apart.

Reported across 1906R, 574, 577 and other pairs.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • 1906R1906R · outsole

    Coming apart.

  • 574574 · outsole

    Coming apart.

  • 577outsole

    Coming apart.

  • 577577v1 · outsole

    Coming apart.

  • 990990v6 · outsole

    Coming apart.

  • 991991v2 Made in UK · outsole

    Coming apart.

  • Fresh Foam X 860outsole

    Coming apart.

Wear: upper

Tearing.

Reported across 1890, 2002R, 608v5 and other pairs.

Different experience: 480. Coming apart.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • 1890upper

    Tearing.

  • 2002R2002R · upper

    Tearing.

  • 608608v5 · upper

    Tearing.

  • 991upper

    Tearing.

  • Fresh Foam X 860upper

    Tearing.

  • 480Numeric 480 · upper

    Coming apart.

  • 574574 · upper

    Coming apart, tearing.

  • 577577v1 · upper

    Coming apart.

  • 90609060 · upper

    Coming apart.

  • 990990v6 · upper

    Coming apart, tearing.

  • 993Made in USA 993 · upper

    Coming apart.

Time owners have worn their pairs

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

  • 1300Time worn · wet weather

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • 1906R1906R · Time worn

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

  • 2002R2002R · Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • 204L204L · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 237237 · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 480Time worn

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

  • 480Numeric 480 · Time worn · At work

    Owners describe 1–2 years of wear.

  • 550550 · Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or under 3 months of wear.

  • 574574 · Time worn · wet weather

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 574574 · Time worn

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

  • 577Time worn

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

  • 577577v1 · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 608608v5 · Time worn

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

  • 740740 · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 90609060 · Time worn · At work

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 90609060 · Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • 928Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or over 4 years or under 3 months of wear.

  • 990990 · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • 990990v6 · Time worn

    Owners describe 1–2 years or 2–4 years or 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • 991Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 991991v2 Made in UK · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 992992 · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • 992Made in USA 992 · Time worn

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

  • 993993 Made in USA · Time worn

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

  • 993993 · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • 993Made in USA 993 · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • 997H997H · Time worn

    Owners describe 2–4 years of wear.

  • Fresh Foam X 860Time worn

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

  • Fresh Foam X 860Fresh Foam X 860v15 · Time worn

    Owners describe over 4 years of wear.

  • Fresh Foam X 880Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreTime worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Fresh Foam X MoreFresh Foam X More v6 · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • T500Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

What it costs

New Balance prices, model by model

Current maker prices for 26 of the 26 models in our catalogue run from $69.97 (997H) to $269.99 (991).

  1. Fresh Foam Arishi$79.99
  2. 237$71–$90.12
  3. 608$79.99–$85
  4. 577$89.99
  5. 997H$69.97–$99.99
  6. 480$90–$100
  7. 574$99.99
  8. 550$84.68–$209
  9. T500$109.99–$110
  10. 740$114.99
  11. 204L$119.99
  12. 950$119.99
  13. Fresh Foam X 880$142
  14. 2002R$144.99–$145
  15. Fresh Foam X 860$140–$177.50
  16. 1906R$155
  17. 9060$150–$160
  18. 928$154.95–$174.99
  19. Fresh Foam X More$159.99
  20. Fresh Foam X 1080$180
  21. 990$135.95–$216
  22. 1890$179.99–$199.99
  23. 992$199.99
  24. 993$199.99
  25. 1300$199.99–$224.99
  26. 991$269.99

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

See it in use

Watch the New Balance pairs in use

See the pairs on feet and hear the reviewers’ experiences.

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The wider picture

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Brand signals

The evidence behind New Balance

  • Rating evidence

    Overall review score 7.2/10. 24 of 26 catalogued models rated, each with equal weight; 336 distinct identified authors.

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Tight around the toes.
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