Customer Reviews New Balance 696v4
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163 total reviewsReview Breakdown:
48%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
16%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
12%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
9%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
15%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
57%"Felt true to size"
67%"Felt true to width"
74%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I had to return these shoes because they were a little too tight in the toe area. Otherwise they were nice shoes. I was sad to send them back. I'm waiting for a refund at this time. I wear nothing but New Balance shoes.
Karen T,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
My second pair of these shoes for pickleball. They're very comfortable and have great support. Quick delivery too.
Sue,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Have played tennis for many years. Disappointed that NB 1296 v2 was discontinued-my go-to court sneaker. Have arthritis in the right big toe joint, so must use wide size now with professional orthotics.
My regular shoe size is 8. So 8-1/2 Wide in this sneaker is comfortable with my orthotics, lightweight and gives me good movement around the court.
T I,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Will be used eventually for tennis & pickleball & paddle tennis.
Molly B,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
thank you how much do i have to write thank you thank you good product
Maryann,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Play tennis on clay courts and this tennis shoe works great.
Yvette,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Running around on multiple terrains with silly puppies trying to trip you requires a solid, well-fitting shoe that doesn't slip. These are perfect. Absolutely love them.
Jo J,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have wide feet and struggle finding comfortable shoes because I have bunions. These are stable and very comfy - I played an hour of tennis the first time I put them on without any complaints from my feet!
KK,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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They fit perfect and they feel good
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Lots of support, but lightweight. Easy to move my feet on the court
Mel R,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great shoe but runs about a 1/2 size smaller than advertised.
Azeezaly, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
These are great tennis shoes. Great fit and light weight. Really great for the price.
A T,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I was very glad that I ordered 1/2 size larger than I usually wear after reading reviews. They run a bit small but with the up in size they fit great.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This is the first tennis sneaker I have bought that doesn't hurt my feet. I have tried Addias and Asics for tennis but they make the top of my feet hurt. These felt a little small when I first put them on, but after only 1 wear, they have stretched out and now fit great.
Tennis M,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I walk ~5miles a day, & I was having a lot of ankle pain. These have helped a lot.
NG,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Totally in love with this shoe
Michelle, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This is a lightweight shoe that fits me perfectly and I am hard to fit. I am a size 7 in most shoes, but New Balance size 7 seems to run very long, but not in this case. The size 7 in this particular shoe is true to size and the 2E really is that. Very comfortable for me. Great on the tennis and pickleball courts.
PamelaJJ,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
only worn them once, but so far, like them. I have been wearing NB for years and quality is always good.
Ladybug,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoes are nice. The width is good. But the insoles didn't seem to have any support. Used my insole in them but still didn't feel like enough arch support
Laura,
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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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Because NB sizes suddenly aren't consistent, I ordered a 7 (which I usually wear) AND the 7.5. The 7.5 fit and I liked the look, and they are a lighter weight shoe, the material felt more like plastic and even with the ventilation style, I felt like they wouldn't last as longs the NB 608v5 which, to me, feel more substantial for longer wear.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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 wear a 7W in NB, but this shoe required that I go up to 7.5. Unfortunately, the only 7.5 was in an extra wide. I liked the shoe so decided to try it, but the toe box was too wide for a court shoe where one needs to move laterally without slip and be able to stop without jamming toes. Sadly, I have to try a new model as my size is unavailable. New Balance is my go to court shoe, but I feel like their sizes have changed so I have to order a 7 AND a 7.5 to see which fits.
Toban, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Bought these shoes for pickleball. They're supportive and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Barb,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I have had these shoes before with same size and width, so I knew how they would fit.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Loved the color but not a wide shoe. Even though I ordered wide it was tighter than normal.
Vicki, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This shoe has lots of great features but was not a good fit for my pork-chop shaped foot. A seam runs down from the laces to the sole, right at the widest point of my foot, there is lite padding in the lining but it still could be felt. Otherwise, the shoe felt lite and cushiony.
DixieGal,
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