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Rating Summmary:

921 total reviews

Review Breakdown:

78%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

11%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

6%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

3%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

3%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

89%"Felt true to size"

93%"Felt true to width"

71%"Moderate arch support"

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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Great shoe, comfortable even after long day.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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We have purchased this shoe model for the last 4 pairs of shoes for my son. The shoe is comfortable and historically has worn well. He wears them every day of the week. For this purchase, my son had moved up into a mens' size. While the shoe is comfortable, the rubber piece on the toe has separate from the shoe in less than one month.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Good product, but just wished it would of gone on sale
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Well constructed shoe esp for overpronator. Felt shoe was too heavy for a running shoe and not worth the higher price over the NB 840 v3 ($119). Fit true to size in length and in width (B)
I'd also recommend:
Dunham, Chaco
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
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.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
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
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I brought the 990 again because these shoes have great support and I have wide feet too (4E). When I purchased my first pair in 2015 and the uppers outlasted the soles (which is usually not my case). I knew just which shoe I wanted again - the 990. I just wish they had my color - blue!
I'd also recommend:
none
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I normally fit a New Balance 12-12.5 4E, but the 12 4E felt more like a 13 4E and were just too loose in the toe box. Thanks to Zappos though for a friendly return policy that gives me the confidence to try again!
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
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.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
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.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
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.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Shoes are stiff, noisy with orthotics, they DID NOT hold up over time. They are now painful!
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified PurchaseReview for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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These are the coolest looking shoes I've had in a long time! When I purchased New Balance 990's many years ago, they were boring grey and white , but these shoes are a pleasing rose color with reflective trim. However, I'm disappointed in the support in this pair of shoes. The only way I can wear them is to fortify them with heavy duty orthotics, which cost another $100. Since support is more important to me than style, I give these shoes only 3 stars, especially since they cost me almost double in the long run.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Bought 4E but this model of New Balance did not seem as wide as the other model I ordered and the model I needed to replace.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Regarding the Oct 8, 2019 anonymous 990 dissatisfied Zappos reviewer. If there is a New Balance store near you, I suggest you go in and speak to an experienced sales person. I've done this for New Balance running shoes for over 30 years and the experienced shoe fitter has always been very helpful, not some 1 or 2 year or temporary worker. The experienced sale person can tell you exactly what changes have been made to the latest model of the version you like. They usually attend the factory meetings, etc.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
These new shoes do not seem to be giving me as much support as I am used to when starting a new pair. I have been using the 900 series forever it seems.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Shoes felt boxy
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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My son did not like the look of these. He was not into the all-black shoe. I returned them.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This running shoe is not like the regular other 990v4. It fits too long. I've been wearing 12D forever and these are too big. Also I could do an exchange. I actually had to return these shoes and then buy another pair.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I have arthritis in both feet. These shoes would work if I didn't but because I do they don't!!!!! I cannot recommend them for that reason. They went back. Zappos is the best!
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I am a consistent user of New Balance shoes and will continue to wear them, but these were just not as comfortable as others that I have bought, especially for the money. I returned them.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
old standard s are 100 X's better then new and improved
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Shame NB doesn't have more options for people that have wider feet.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Shame NB doesn't have more options for people that have wider feet. It would also be awesome to have more color options for sole. Otherwise a great shoe
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Did not seem to have the cushion of the 990 Heritage I presently wear. What is the comparable shoe?
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