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Rating Summmary:

3,710 total reviews
New Balance 608v5

Review Breakdown:

70%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

16%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

6%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

4%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

5%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

89%"Felt true to size"

90%"Felt true to width"

83%"Moderate arch support"

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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I wore them (outside walking) and therefore I can't return them. I don't have the original box because I thought they fit great, until I went for a walk. In about half a mile I could feel the pain in my foot. I would have returned them, but I cannot. I have an older pair of New Balance and they fit fine. So it's not across the board.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have been purchasing New Balance for years, not sure what has changed? Bought this pair in July 2021, stitching broke out in 6 months, I returned for a free exchange, have had new pair for 2 weeks, same stitching at front on both shoes has failed! Very disappointed, will be returning these too & changing brands.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I used this shoe for 3 weeks and there is a big hole on the bottom.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've had these for about 6 months. Where the leather is stiched together from pinky toe to front of shoe is separated. Won't recommend these.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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This shoe has legit no traction; wet pavement, fresh mopped floors--I was constantly slipping. There is no arch support and an overall lack of support (and this is with a custom orthotic added).
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Fell apart
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I work standing all day painting and finishing boats. Needed something comfortable on my feet. They are comfortable, but the sole in the front is coming apart.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance has always been my go to for work shoes. Not sure what other brand is better.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Do not buy - sole completed shredded after one week of wear by son. They didn't seem like the typical New Balance quality.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Bought the size I wear in Monarchs. They didn’t fit the same and seemed like they had less cushion.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Unfortunately, I ordered WIDE width, didn't see C or D offered . Was sent D - too wide. Have to return. Had to buy others.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I had to return these because at a size 10 which is my usual size I could not even get my feet in them. They are a size nine at the most, maybe even smaller. Returned two weeks ago and still waiting to hear about a refund. Disappointing transaction in two different ways.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoes were very wide...I know I ordered wide but these were extremely wide. Still waiting on my refund!
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've ordered shoes in the past and have always gotten the size I have ordered the last pair of walking shoes I had are no longer available so bought the new balance 608 shoe in a 9 E wide but I received a 9 D instead they fit but are tight on me
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Shoes fell apart 3 days after i got them. Sent 4 emails to customer service and NEVER got a reply. Called 800 number and after 15 mins of my time wasted on hold got someone who said he would help................. Here is proof I sent email
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Hi, I've been meaning to get in touch with you. The shoes have not been delivered. Thank you, Allen
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have been buying the 990s since they came out, always size 11 wide, these shoes are too short my toe rubs the end .. not good!
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I ordered this shoe because the 624 trainer I wanted was not available. The 608v5 had significantly less sole under my foot than the 624, especially the ball of my foot and toes. It also had a ridge that ran across the sole under the ball of my foot. Even in the 10 minutes I wore them the ridge was a problem; it would never work for extended wear. The fit of the shoe was good but the issues with the sole caused me to return them.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have only bought NB cross training shoes for the last 10 years or so because they had the best arch support but now you've made a shoe without it sorry for me won't be using your product anymore!
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Terrible Awful Worst sneakers ever What happened, I've been wearing NB for years These sneakers r junk
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have always used NewBalance for my work shoes. They don't offer the model I used to buy so I tried these. What a joke. No support, very uncomfortable. Won't trust this company again for work shoes.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I had to return them cause they were to short. I still have not gotten my money back yet.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I returned the shoes and haven't get my money back I will never buy from you
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Very uncomfortable shoe, zero zero zero padding.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I wear this product at my job as a restaurant server. I have purchased this shoe for years. I purchased another pair about a month ago. They are terrible. No support or cushioning. They already feel worn out. I am so disappointed in this purchase. I will not purchase a new balance product again. Not worth the money and I paid extra for 2 day shipping.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I ordered these after reading all reviews and agree that the comfort is like wearing a piece of concrete. I have the previous model and there's no comparison. I'd rather pay more and have the old version. tough to find court shoes (pickle ball) that are as good as the old model
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