Customer Reviews New Balance Classics 574 Core

The 574 Rugged version is much better than these classics. I don't remember the 574 classic ever feeling this flat and uncomfortable. I was shocked how tight they fit my feet. They are not true to size. The materials including the insole is very thin. Thanks goodness for Zappos return policy because I cannot live with myself owning these uncomfortable sneakers.

I love New Balance shoes and have been wearing them for around 10 years. I've never had any issues until recently the last few pairs that I've purchased seem to have an issue with the arch support. I buy the same exact size as I've always done but for some reason the last few years the arch support seems to be more aggressive and really hurts. It doesn't seem to be consistent either. I order one pair of shoes and it was the right shoe that the arch support hurt. I returned them and Zappos quickly sent out another pair but in this pair it is the left arch support that hurts. Not sure if there are production issues happening with New Balance nowadays but the last 4 pairs of shoes I've ordered have had this issue. I don't blame Zappos for this as they have been great but it is disappointing that New Balance doesn't seem to be as good as they were years ago.

I wore these 30 years ago to mow the lawn when I was a teenager, somehow, somewhere, someone decided that these are now a fashion statement and my teenage son wanted a pair to knock around in. He likes them, wears them often, but highly unlikely he will wear them to mow the law in.

My son loves these. Beware they are not very "grippy" on slippery surfaces but very stylish indeed.

Great everyday, walk around shoe. I ordered a pair in different sizes to make sure I got a good fit. Oddly, one pair felt firmer than the other. I sent that one back and kept the other. Very happy with the shoes.

Shoe looks great but doesn’t fit consistently with other New Balance 574s I already own. This style purchased in the light grey felt a half a size smaller.

Not even close to fitting

Comfortable & stylish. Fit is a touch on the large side (not a full half size, but not true to size)

Great shoe. Fits well looks great. Appreciate Zappos having extended sizes available.

Great sneaker!

I have wide feet, and New Balance is one of the few sneakers that I can find in 4E so I've been wearing them for years. Luckily, they are well made with great arch support and cushioning. These are substantial shoes and last a long time.

Great sneakers for people like me with wide feet. I only wish NB would put out a 6E, but I can live with a 4E, at least for now. Very versatile early on and can dress up or down until they get too beat up to dress up any more.

The New Balance Brand is one of my favorites but I’d never purchased the classic style until now! Can’t believe I missed out all this time. These are super comfy, Stylishly and classic. The color variations are accommodating to my wardrobe color palette and I’ve since purchase 3 more pairs and have my eye on a few more. They go with everything in my wardrobe dressy, jeans , tank dress and denim jacket to shorts and a tee. These are my go to anytime I don’t know what to wear and they never disappoint!!!

Classics fit true to size. I am a size 13 and they fit me well from the second I put them on. In addition, they are light and breathable. I bought the white and grey pair and they look even better in person.

My 16-year old son loved these!

Perfect fit and comfort

Good quality shoe, true to size

Grandson loves every thing about them.

This is my fourth pair. I love them so much!

My grandson loves these shoes so much this is his fourth pair but, alas, they're too big. Have to order a half size smaller.

size and fit excellent. Too expensive.