Customer Reviews New Balance 608v5
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69%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:
88%"Felt true to size"
90%"Felt true to width"
82%"Moderate arch support"
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Bought the size I wear in Monarchs. They didn’t fit the same and seemed like they had less cushion.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Peaches,
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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.
Tom,
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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!
Unhappy C,
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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
Tony,
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Overall1Rated 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
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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
None,
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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!
John,
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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.
Heel S,
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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!
TC,
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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
Terrible S,
0 found this review helpful.
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.
Patricia,
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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.
Taylor,
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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
Fernanso,
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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.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Kathy,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 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
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Nice shoes - they just didn't fit and had to be returned
Cindy,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Bought 2 pairs wore one to work. Waitress. I slide all day. Almost fell 3 times. I couldn't leave to change shoes otherwise I would of. And of course I can't get my money back cause I wore them one shift. They were comfortable just not slip resistant. Don't buy if u r looking for slip resistant
Mamarose,
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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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This pair is an exchange. The initial pair were the same size I have worn in New Balance 608s for years - 13D. That initial pair felt too narrow and too short. I thought a wider shoe might fix the fit. There was no E width available so I got EE. The exchanged pair felt fine width-wise but was still too short. Since, as I said, this model is the kind I have gotten for years I can only assume New Balance has changed their manufacturing process to save materials resulting in shorter and narrower shoes. I am really disappointed. It was such a pleasure to order shoes without having to worry about fit. That is no longer the case.
I'd also recommend:
I wish I knew!!
Michael, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Shoes are not accurate in size, more like a 14.
I will be returning these.
JB,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The v4 was ok when compared to the v2. Not great but ok. The v5 is nearly unwareable. Please stop changing what works.
TG,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Purchased the black leather 608v5 because the gray version I also own is comfortable and quiet. The black leather version squeaks very loud when walking on hard surfaces such as tile or wood. Silent as a lamb on carpet but really noisy on hard surfaces.
Called New Balance they don't have a fix and won't replace the shoe.
Recommendation: Don't buy the black leather version.
Michael,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I bought my first New Balance 608 V3 shoes size 9 2E 5 or 6 years ago and loved them. Bought a second pair a couple of years ago as I started wearing out my first pair. I even made sure they were the same version (V3). They aren't built quite the same (tighter entry) and have a few minor differences (overly long laces and a very small heel loop) but things I can live with. My original pair is now literally coming apart from extended pair so I thought time to try a third pair. Bad idea. The 608 V5 is nothing like the two V3's. They have a much pointier toe that makes them uncomfortable. They are being returned!
RonG126,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
60+ Year old disappointed with New Balance Quality after stitching by Big Toe failed on BOTH left and right shoes in under 60 days. Former shoes lasted over 3 years. A complaint with NewBalance was 'rewarded' with a comment that they only support direct sale merchandise.
I ended up stitching up the shoes and making sure other know not to purchase.
Dissatisfied N,
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