Best New Balance Shoes For Men in 2022

Twenty styles to choose from, each packing 110% quality and comfortability. MX608 Training Shoe was a close spot for first place, especially when you slip into these and feel comfort envelop your senses. The classic lace-up closure contours to your foot, giving you a wide range of motion while still being tight enough for running or other physical activity. Thanks to the leather construction and breathable upper, this stays feeling fresh, and threatens to outlast every other shoe in your wardrobe.

Added features are the pull tab at the heel, and the rubber insole with excellent traction. These are equipped to handle the toughest trails and roughest roads, but they’re also form-fitting enough to fit with everything in your wardrobe, and then some. Feel at home in the EVA footbed, offering superior shock absorption capabilities, and get ready to seize the day. Be sure to combine this with cool running socks from our list.

Hitting the ground running, the Trail shoe comes in over a dozen unique styles, and provides you with that classic New Balance look, with a few added benefits. You get a sturdy, durable rubber insole, as well as a leather and mesh upper section to keep maximum breathability throughout the day. These are designed to be running shoes, but one look at they and you know that they’ll be absolutely excellent with your current wardrobe.

They’re also lightweight, weighing just twelve ounces. You’ll feel light on your feet, while still having enough weight to them that you know they’re there. If you care for them properly, this superior shoe will last you a good five years. New Balance is known for their quality and attention to detail, and the Trail running shoe is a shining example to just that.

Packing the same heat as our top pick, but with an added stylistic difference or two. Not only does this altered series come in over two-dozen unique styles, but you’ll also reap the rewards of a slightly raised tongue and tighter grip around your ankles. Thanks to the enhanced design, 990V contour to your feet, allowing you to make use of the stellar traction along the bottom. Road, path or rainy day, you’ll be ready to rock and roll in these.

New Balance tends to keep closer to the side of leather, but with these they also threw in some textile into the main construction. This gives you about three years of life on this shoe on average, but there are plenty of men still rocking these after five years, with no sign of retiring them anytime soon. Care for them, and they’ll care for you, from the laces down to the last lap around the track. And if you plan on running during colder weather, make sure to get a good running jacket.

We’re taking things down a notch, and enjoying a nice, brisk pace. This walking shoe gives you only four styles to choose from, but also come at a lower budget price than the other models we’ve reviewed so far. MW411 has a perforated upper, which extends breathability even when there’s not a lot of pressure and stress on the shoe. While most focus on high intensity to process airflow, these help regulate it all on their own.

Even with your eyes on the road ahead, the Earth’s many pathways can be tricky. Utilize the excellent interior traction along your rubber sole, and conquer advanced hiking trails and the mundane day-to-day path ahead of you. Quick lacing and a sturdy outsole add to the value, and promote a long lifespan for this budget-friendly shoe.

Designated to look dapper as hell, and nothing more. New Balance primarily focuses on athleticism when they compile the construction and style of their shoes, but with the Iconic 574, they wanted to make a durable shoe that looks good on you, and keeps your wallet feeling fat and happy. You get six styles to choose from, though the classic gray and white are our favorite. You still get some of the benefits of running shoes, such as the mesh upper for breathability, while also having a touch of suede for comfort.

Added support and longevity of the product comes in the form of the ENCAP and TPU heel sections, as well as the layered rubber grips along the underside for increased traction. It’s going to take you a long time to wear through these, so strap in for a decade-long ride of using your most reliable shoes, and plan accordingly.

There’s a wide price gap here, but if you’re all about getting a little taste of everything in one shoe, then this is the ticket. The 1080V is like experiencing the world in 1080P: it comes with all the features you need in a shoe. First and foremost, it’s supportive beyond compare thanks to the Fresh Foam technology, and the curvature of the outsole. That contains hexagonal rubber tiles to grip the environment, so you’re structurally gliding through the landscape around you.

All that power and traction comes in a sexy package: six different unique styles await you, ranging from bright and vibrant color schemes to safer gray and white designs. The insole can be removed to accommodate new gel insoles, which is particularly helpful for pronation and comfort if the included ones don’t tickle your fancy. Last but not least, the quick lacing system makes these the ultimate wingman for a quick dash through the park on a Sunday morning. 

A subsection of the Fresh Foam series, the Kaymin Trail running shoe blends the less-functional styles of the Iconic 574, while giving you all the added benefits of a well-priced running shoe. Above all else, it’s rocking the Fresh Foam technology, which provides extra stability and comfort to your heel and ankles. That’s complemented by the mesh toe box, which forces air between your toes and out of the top, so you’re not left with a rancid odor when you kick these off after your run.

Now let’s talk about the outsole: it’s an AT TREAD design, meaning you’re basically a two-footed bulldozer when it comes to whatever’s in your path. Instead of helping you get around it, it’ll help kick it all out of the way. This shoe is a tight fit, so pay attention to your size, or grab half a size up to ensure it’s going to fit properly.

The editor’s choice comes with some of the best style, making this fully viable for an out-and-about shoe, or to hit the running trail. There’s well over two dozen styles to choose from, giving you full command over your style (especially at the killer price). They do recommend you go half a size up to accommodate for the tight fit, which is what makes these so good for running. Traction padding flows from the underside to the tip of the toe toe box, making these a solid choice for some light parkour work.

The synthetic insole is removable, so if you need, you can get gellin’ with some Dr. Scholls instead, and remain in full comfort while taking advantage of the Fresh Foam midsole. That support and stability is going to be your saving grace our on the running path, and also provide you with quality footing for those times you’re just walking around in them. Top to bottom, front to back, the Cruz are our favorite. For more workout shoes, check out our guide to best weightlifting shoes on the market. 

A close second to the editor’s pick, the Arishi shoes bring a whole boatload of thunder to the party. There’s a very wide price range on this, which all depends on which of the dozen styles you choose from, and your sizing. Every inch from the toe to the heel is worth it: this comes with a no-sew build to it, so you’re not battling stitched-together material. It’s all solid, and built to last for as long as you maintain it.

If you look closely, there’s breathing vents along the entire shoe, but they’re primarily focused on the toe box. These force air between your toes with every step, so even if you’re wearing fabric-heavy socks, you’ll cut down on sweat retention, and provide yourself with comfort every step of the way.

These are cut, dry, and right to the point. The MX40V1 shoe packs a whole lot of style, and some killer function along with it, all within leaving collateral damage on your bank account. New Balance marked these at a great price and narrow range, so your shoe size isn’t going to hugely impact the price. Made of mesh and synthetic materials, the entire shoe is breathable, and staves-off sweat retention at all turns.

Along the front, you get additional grips that extend from the bottom, giving you traction with step on the running trail, and also making them good for light parkour moves. Added goodies like the EVA midsole and moldest external counter give you bounce in your step, and keep you stable during high-intensity training and long runs.

We’re winding down, but there’s still a couple of viable candidates to greet your feet with comfortable and durability. While they weren’t exactly keen on providing these shoes with a great name, they didn’t spare a single detail when it came to function or flair. Built mostly of synthetic material, you get knitted air holes throughout the entire shoe, giving you forced air and a cooler feeling when you slip back out of them.

Thanks to the no-sew construction, 1260V are opted to last for five or more years with proper care. Added benefits include the fuel cell midsole, and the dual density components that keep you walking on air throughout your run, or simply add a bit of kick in your step for more casual use. Three styles to choose from, zero excuses not to be excited.

Last but not least, the Nitrel lineup comes with a lot to be happy about. From the armored TPU covering over the toe box, right on down to the durable textile and synthetic build, you have a low-maintenance, high-durability shoe that’s ready to withstand the test of time. We love the subtle design, making these perfect for running, but also an excellent choice to throw into your wardrobe for more casual wear.

Thanks to the revlite midsole, there’s nothing but stability and grace rocking beneath your feet. If you’re still not sure which shoe is best for you, check out the buying guide below to help you prioritize need versus want, where we’ll answer your burning questions about New Balance shoes, and give you something to be excited about.