New Balance pairs Fresh Foam comfort trainers like the 880 and 1080 with lively FuelCell and SuperComp speed shoes, and offers more widths than almost anyone, from narrow to extra wide.
12 current models, ranked by their average score from published reviews (how we rank). Updated October 2026. Want a personal pick? Try the shoe finder.
A plated super trainer that takes over from the SC Trainer, pairing Infinion foam with a carbon-infused Energy Arc plate. Quick and bouncy for workouts and long runs, with a snug, race-style fit.
207 g4 mm dropPlate / rodspropulsivebouncy£180 RRP
New Balance's flagship racer switches to Infinion foam and a reworked carbon plate, losing weight and gaining bounce. A lively, breathable marathon shoe and one of the few supers offered in a wide.
190 g8 mm dropCarbon platebouncypropulsive£230 RRP
The 860 v15 grows into a big, cushioned stability cruiser, guiding the foot with a broad base and a thin Stability Plane rather than a hard post. Great for easy and long miles in four widths, but too heavy for quicker running.
New Balance's tallest road cruiser, with a broad base that keeps a deep slab of soft foam surprisingly steady. Best saved for easy, recovery and long slow miles.
The 880 v15 packs in far more Fresh Foam X than before, turning New Balance's workhorse into a cushier, lower-drop daily trainer. It is durable and comes in four widths, though heavier and less nimble than older versions.
A max-cushion trail cruiser with dual-density Fresh Foam X, a subtle rocker and Vibram Megagrip lugs. Comfortable and well-gripped for long, runnable trail days, but heavy and less nimble on technical ground.
An affordable, well-cushioned door-to-trail shoe for parks, towpaths and easy trails. Comfortable and protective, though the high drop and stiff ride limit its range.
A plated trail racer with bouncy PEBA-blend FuelCell and Vibram rubber, at its best on smooth dirt and fire roads. Fun and fast when the trail is runnable, less sure on wet rock or technical ground.
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