Customer Reviews New Balance WX608v5
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66%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
15%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
10%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
5%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
5%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
77%"Felt true to size"
84%"Felt true to width"
81%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance CA EN
These were my first pair of new balances and I'm pretty disappointed with them. After just a few weeks of wear the sole started coming away from the main body of the shoe in one place. Now after a few months it has come away on both shoes in multiple places. For the price I expected a better made shoe. Clearly the glue / sealant being used is not good.
Swin,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Yes, it is a sturdy shoe, but it feels heavy and I hope it becomes more flexible as I wear them.
Not what I was expecting.
Bama,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Love the sneakers but the customer service and emails are awful. I've received three emails in the past 3 months for 20% off my purchase but code never works. I called and per new balance request I purchased the sneakers and called back after delivery for my 20% refund. What a headache to try to get them to refund my 20%. Again good sneakers awful service.
Giggles,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I tried these because the 409 is no longer made. I bought a wide width, but they were tight in the toe box. Had to send them back.
Tchenzee,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I wanted the 608V2 type but they were all out These are okay, the price was $25 more from the manufacturer direct than it normally is from Big 5. Big 5 has been out for months.......
Longtime C,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Sizing off on new balance shoes especially for people who need wider toe bed
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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There was little arch support.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've worn New Balance 609s for many years and they were the most comfortable shoes since I have foot problems. The quality of the new 608s is inferior. I noticed immediately when I picked up the box, it was so light it felt empty? I'm very disappointed because I could get online and order the 609s knowing they would fit and be comfortable from the beginning.
Spaine,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I am returning this sneaker as it is cut to high and very uncomfortable at my ankles
Melinda,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I'm glad I ordered 2 different shoes. The current 608 is stiffer and narrower enough to be uncomfortable. The 624 in the exact same size was a perfect fit.
AMalaumuteMom,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
This is not as comfortable as the brown/tan version that I always bought. I guess I'll have to search for another brand of comfortable shoes. So long New Balance it was nice to know you for the past 12 years.
MCTT,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The last time we ordered shoes they were made in America. Now they are made overseas. They shoes are not the same quality and they squeak every time you take a step
Rob,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
the are not make as well my other pairs of 608 I have had before are you now making then some sweat show in some third world country
Bear,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The fit is snug. I've got a big foot (women) and getting Zappo's New Balance 928 (9 1/2 D) for years. My usual sneaker went up in price drastically so I decided to give a different model a try. All l can say for it is that it is a snug fit and doesn't seem to "cradle" my foot like my other NB928D . I've been wearing it, but not looking forward to putting it on.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance is the only brand I wear!
Charlotte, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I live in these sneakers. I like the comfort of the cut-a-way sole of the 608 of yesterday. The new 608's have a flat sole that does not walk the same, bend the same or seemingly have as much lateral support. I have tried the 624's that have the sole of the old 608's but they are a different fit altogether with a longer toe box that trips me up.
Mr. T,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I bought the shoes to play pickleball with because I love my other New Balance shoes. But they hurt my feet and my feet still hurt 24 hrs later. Don't understand why they hurt but maybe I need to try a pair on in store before I buy my next pair.
Kathy,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I was hoping to find a pair of shoes it would be comfortable to do walking in. I find that the right shoe is slightly smaller than the left. My other new balance shoes have never had this problem. I doubt they would buy another pair of shoes online again. Very disappointed.
Roger,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have been wearing 608 wide for 6 months ordered these these are huge. Tied of having my daughter having to send them back and wait 1 week for another pair. The reps Miss lead me in the size not fair. What is going on with the quality. I think these should re send me a pair of regular 6.5 standard that are not defective
Marsha,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Wish these shoes were easy to wear right out of the box. They are not - you have to break them in. Colors are ugly.
Walker,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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For years I've worn New Balance, size 9 M and have found them very comfortable. This recent pair was tight through the toes. They seem to be designed (cut) differently. Such a disappointment.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
After little use and no abuse, the shoes are starting to fall apart. This was unexpected. The sole of one of the shoes is beginning to separate at the toe.
Dave,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I am a regular size 8 & even sometimes a 7 1/2. NB shoes must run small. All 4 pair in my order were 1/2 size too short.
I also hoped that something would have changed. I have narrow feet & a very narrow heel. As in the past, this heel is too wide for me. :(.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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These are supposedly narrow, but they are not, they are more like a regular medium. They also have zero arch support. They also are the warmest workout shoes I've worn in the past 5 years--as if they are constructed of a man-made synthetic vinyl.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I would like to return, they make my feet burn and make walking very unpleasant. Can I return them, I have the origginal box and package. Iam 93 . Please let me know. Thanks
Jane, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I bought these shoes because of the availability of the "wide" size option. However, the shoe narrowed as it went toward the toe. I need a wide size because my foot at my toes is very wide.
I purchased the shoes with confidence in the wide option. This time it didn't work.
Agingwidefeet,
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