Customer Reviews New Balance WW928v3

I use my own over-the-counter arch supports (Powerstep Protech from Amazon) that my podiatrist recommended. They fit perfectly in this shoe. These New Balance 928v3 are a solid support diabetic approved shoe. Nothing fancy, but they do the job. I like that the black is a solid black, so with dark slacks, they don't stand out as athletic walking shoes. Blend perfectly. Since I'm stuck in support walking shoes, I purchased in white for the summer and navy/grey to wear with jeans.

These shoes are Perfect! My feet always hurt for various reasons and these are my new favorite shoes! I have had these shoes for about a month, and I’m still wearing them almost every day! The heel bed is nice and deep, so I feel like my foot has really a lot of support. So comfortable, and no break in period at all!!

These are the only shoes I’ve bought that actually help to reduce the pain I’ve had from plantar fasciitis. This style was recommended to me about 6 years ago by a podiatrist, and it helped tremendously. They’ve updated the look a bit, which is nice, but the structure hasn’t changed in my opinion. My foot doesn’t wiggle side to side, which is what my podiatrist said aggravated the PF. As for sizing, I find these to run a bit large; I normally wear a 10W in athletic sneakers, but with this style a 9W is my perfect fit.

The 928 v3 hasn't as much cushioning as version 1, but it is one of the few narrow shoes in leather for women. I can fit my orthotics in place of the removeable insoles, or use my ankle brace without getting a bigger size. Don't make my feet look as big as other styles. cThe leather is not as stiff after some wear, and holds up for years. The cuff of fabric is prone to snags from any contact with velcro . Some beige/gray have part mesh fabric in the tongue that the other colors don't have. The outer sole will pick up needles from conifer trees because of the small spaces between the tread. Laces stay tied and are generous length, no fraying or breaking. This version 3 is on sale, and new balance may be coming out with a version 4, according the the customer rep I spoke with.

Heel support with roll bar is great; however, shoes are very stiff, don't flex much at all. Seems tight at width of toe-end.

New Balance has changed this shoe - now the heel is larger and slips easily - I can put in one finger behind my heel. The shoe still fits across the ball of the foot. I tried on several pairs of socks, and used the farthest shoe tie, to no avail. Can't wear if my heel slips - back they go and I have to go to a real shoe store now to find another pair to fit with a wider toe box to fit my bunion, crooked toe. Bummer.

I have worn this model of new balance for over 20 years, and the first version #1 was the best fit for my long, narrow foot. The latest version in 2024 and 2025 has changed for the worse. It has a narrower toe box, a wider heel, less cushioning and laces that are short by 2". The laces don't stay tied because the are not flat laces. I cannot use the latest version because of all these changes. I have always had to purchase other laces for safety and good support. The sizing has been changed to a half size shorter than in the past, so now the 10.5 I ordered are the same length as the old 10. The shape of the shoe is different and not as natural a foot shape.

This shoe has no support for the arch. My feet were very sore after wearing them.

I have bought at least 6 pair of 928v3. They all fit perfectly right out of the box. This time I ordet the exact same size and they are an inch shorter and narrower that all the others. So much shorter that my orthotics wrinkled up inside. Have been super happy until these new ones came in. Sent back the next day.

I bought the suede version of this shoe. I wear orthotics and need a good supportive shoe. These are like walking with cement blocks on the bottom of your foot. Very uncomfortable. They were true to size however they went right back. I would not recommend them at all.

I have worn this shoe for years now. They aren't stylish and they are the best for my very wide feet and supportive for all my casual walking needs.

They fit like a dream. I felt like an infant swaddled in blankets. However, I purchased this style to walk during an European trip. Many say they weren't slip resistant. I need something I can walk on wet cobble stones without falling, as I suffer from nerve pain. I also thought they looked like faux leather.

I have been wearing New Balance 928V3 shoes for years and years. I had polio as a child. My left foot is a 5, my right foot is a 7. I have to buy 2 pair and at $155 each pair, they have to last me a long time and they do. I throw the other 2 shoes away. These shoes have a rollover bar that keeps your ankle from turning over. They are wonderful!