Customer Reviews New Balance M990V4

Have been running since 1983 and have stuck with the 990 series shoe and all of its variations. The feet never hurt, I do wear orthodics with them, and never in a hurry to take them off at after a run or end of the day. This only and biggest disappointment is the sole. The last several pairs have fell apart long before they wear out. I have glued and re-glued the sole back in place on several pairs. At the cost of these, they should last way much longer. The 4-5 pairs before those, the top side of the canvas/fabric fell apart and left holes. Again, soles were far from wore out. NB stores offered no explanation nor compensation. Yes, I still buy them, but only because me feet never hurt. Not trying to make a fashion statement. Have even been seen wearing duct tape to hold the sole in place.

these are good shoes as I have owned them many times over the last 10-12 years. I think they are very comfortable. A few of the pairs have not held up like they should as far as the stitching coming loose to early in the shoes life. The new balance store has always replace them though.

I purchased these to replace my old 1540's. I wear them around the house and at the gym where I use the elliptical machine. They are what I expected.

These newest 990s seem to run a little large. But that could perhaps be because I moved from a 2E to a 4E. But at 11.5 4E, it seems like I might have an entire size bigger. But for running, due to the swelling of the foot, this should be perfect. So far, they're as comfortable as my old 993s. These might be the only pair of running shoes I'll ever purchase. Thanks, NB!

I've worn this shoe for over 10 years but would love it if there were different colors for wider sizes like 4E.

Shoe very light and comfortable for those with neuropathy. I would recommend that the shoe insert be replaced with a thicker and more arch supportive insert i.e. Dr. Scholl type inserts.

Shoes I bought on line are fine. NB has always been my shoe of choice. However, I did not care for the daily e-mails, and NB ads showing up on FB and other apps that I opened.

Use for running and is a very good shoe just a lot heavier than most competitors

Good product, but just wished it would of gone on sale

I have been wearing the 990 series for it seems 40 years. It is the only NB shoe that fits correctly. I wear a 8 1/2 4E and the other non USA made NB do not fit the same. My only complaint is that it is the most difficult shoe to lace. Black on black is very difficult. Otherwise the shoe seems good. 1 day does not make a complete review lets hope they last as long as the others.

Wonderful shoe; I want it to work. My usual size is 13 4E in 928's and 813's, but they're made on the SL2 Last. This 990 is made on the SL1 Last which has a narrower toe box. I wanted a cushioning shoe, but one where I can put the cushion on top of my orthotic. Not enough room in the toe box for both. I wish NB made the 990 on a SL2 Last. Until then, I will wear it with just the orthotic

These are well made, fit as advertised, and arrived promptly. They are not as cushiony as I had hoped, they are by no means hard on the foot, just not as soft as I'd hoped. I will keep them and have used them for general exercise and they performed well, actually very supportive. Though not advertised as such, the soles are non skid. Overall a fine shoe.

The feel of your feet on the inner soles of the shoe do not feel particularly smooth. They are not as "cushy" as NB running shoes - and they should be. They are too expensive. I have worn New Balance for 15 years, but I will look at competitors before I buy again.

For years, New Balance has been the only brand of shoes that fit my 4E feet correctly. More specifically, the US made 990v3 fit me like a glove. I was excited to get my hands on the latest revision, and for the most part the V4 doesn't disappoint. As usual, the materials and workmanship are unparalleled. The suede is luscious and the soles are solid. The biggest change from the V3 is the length of the tongue and the lace locks -- I had to lace them a few different ways until I found them to be comfortable. My biggest and only complaint is that the 4E doesn't feel quite as wide as the V3's. This is an issue I encounter with non 990 models, I have to go a half to a full size bigger to compensate for this. I ordered my true size from newbalance.com, and they're a bit snug at the base of the toe box. I would recommend going at least a half size bigger if you're a 4E. Otherwise, the 990v4 is well crafted and, of course, supremely comfortable.