Listing Types of New Balance Shoes with Explanations [Style Numbers]

Recently I tried over 30 different types of New Balance shoes so I could have a better understanding how these shoes differ from one another. To navigate this page you can simply scroll down to the list of New Balance shoes, or click below on the category you are interested in.

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Lifestyle
Running
Walking
Training
Baseball
Softball
Basketball
Track

Lacrosse
Skate
Hiking
Soccer
Tennis
Golf
Work
Sandals

Although we do our best to keep this page updated throughout the year, New Balance is frequently releasing new shoe styles. This is where you can see the current new releases by New Balance.

Listing Types of New Balance Shoes

Types of New Balance “Lifestyle” Shoes

237 – A retro 70’s lightweight running shoe that has a flexible design, thick midsole, and exposed foam tongue – used present day mainly as a lifestyle shoe. (click here to view)
327 – Another lightweight retro running shoe, but with unique studded outsole that wraps up the backside of the shoe. (click here to view)
550 – The New Balance 550 is a recreation of the 550 basketball shoes from the 1990’s. This new version is meant to be more of an athletic “lifestyle” shoe. (click here to view)
574 – New Balance’s most popular shoe. A retro athletic shoe that has a versatile “road/trail” design that makes it useful on multiple surfaces. (click here to view)
515 – Very similar to the 574 above. A retro athletic casual shoe that has a versatile outsole and can be used for occasional exercise. (click here to view)
57/40 – A modern, chunkier take on the 574 with foam mudguard. Despite being bulkier, it is designed to fit more narrow than the 574. (click here to view)
720 – Another retro running shoe that is very similar to the 237, but with a lower profile. This shoe is very lightweight and flexible. (click here to view)
990 – Part of New Balance’s Made in USA line. This shoe has a retro 90’s style design that is chunkier than modern athletic shoes. (click here to view)
991 – Part of New Balance’s Made in UK line. This is a casual athletic shoe built with ABZORB midsole to reduce impact stress. (click here to view)
992 – Another Made in USA shoe, the 992 was made popular by Steve Jobs. This shoe is bulkier, chunkier than other options and is not as flexible as the 990 above (click here to view)
993 – My favorite shoe in the Made in USA collection. Retro 90’s style athletic shoe with soft compression under the toe pad. (click here to view)
XC-72 – A futuristic take on a retro style, this shoe has an aggressive-edge outsole that wraps around the side of the shoe. (click here to view)
9060 – A 90’s inspired retro lifestyle shoe made with an oversized, chunky midsole and extra cushioning under the heel. (click here to view)
CT302 – Inspired by classic tennis shoes, the CT302 shoes have a stacked midsole platform design. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Running

Fresh Foam 1080 – My choice for most comfortable New Balance shoe. Neutral runner with “squishy” comfort under the foot. Lightweight, with 8mm heel to toe drop. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam 880 – Very similar to the 1080 above, only this 880 has a 10mm heel drop. This is a neutral runner with soft, “squishy” midsole. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam 860 – Comfortable, but offers more support and stability than both the 880 and 1080 above. Because of that, it is not as “squishy” under the foot. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Arishi – Offered in both a road and trail version. The road version has a lower profile than many other New Balance running shoes. (click here to view)
Fresh From Cruz – A lightweight running shoe that is made with a stretch knit upper which fits snug against the foot almost like a thick sock. (click here to view)
FuelCell Rebel – Ultra-lightweight and my choice for most breathable New Balance shoe. 6mm heel drop. This is a neutral running shoe that is very “squishy” and soft under the foot. (click here to view)
FuelCell Propel – Very similar to the Rebel above. It is a neutral runner, but I found it to be a bit more supportive than the Rebel. Lightweight, with 6mm drop). (click here to view)
FuelCell Prism – Very similar to the Propel above. Lightweight upper with FuelCell Foam midsole and a 6mm heel to toe drop. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Tempo – A low-profile running shoe (6mm drop) with New Balance’s Fresh Foam midsole and a breathable knit upper. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Evoz – Very similar to the Fresh Foam Tempo above only this Fresh Foam Evoz shoe has a thicker midsole for extra cushioning. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Vongo – Part of New Balance’s Fresh Foam line of running shoes, but with a medial post to help control pronation. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Roav – Another lightweight running shoe with soft comfort under the foot. 8mm heel drop. This shoe is one of the most breathable options. (click here to view)
840 – Built for support and stability, and won’t be as “squishy” under the foot. This extra support adds weight, but this shoe has a thicker, dual-layer insole for extra comfort. (click here to view)
1540 – Another supportive running shoe. Has New Balance’s ROLLBAR technology for heel stability. But it does weigh more than most running shoes due to added support. (click here to view)
Supercomp Trainer – A shoe for serious runners, it features New Balance’s Energy Arc, which uses a carbon fiber plate combined with cushioned midsole voids to create a sense of propulsion. (click here to view)
Supercomp Pacer – Just like the SuperComp Trainer above, this shoe is designed to create a sense of propulsion, but this SuperComp Pacer has a lower profile designed for 5k to half-marathons. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam More – Low drop 4mm runner with oversized foam midsole provides extra cushioning under the foot, but does make it bulkier than other New Balance runners. (click here to view)
940 – A supportive running shoe made for overpronators. It has extra cushioning under the heel and features arch support. (click here to view)
FuelCell RC Elite – A shoe for serious runners, it features New Balance’s Energy Arc, which uses a carbon fiber plate combined with cushioned midsole voids to create a sense of propulsion. 4mm heel drop. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Casual Walking Shoes

577 – All leather, built with New Balance’s ABZORB midsole to reduce impact stress under the heel. However, it does not have ROLLBAR heel stability like many other options. (click here to view)
813 – This leather shoe has ROLLBAR technology to improve heel stability. I was shocked at how flexible this shoe was – it is much more flexible than other stability walkers. (click here to view)
840v3 – This leather walking shoe has a more athletic design than other options. Very comfortable, it’s almost a combination of a running shoe and walking shoe. (click here to view)
877 – The 877 is unique from other New Balance walking shoes because it is made with a suede/mesh upper, which makes it more breathable than other options. (click here to view)
847 – This is another very breathable walking shoe and has a more athletic design. It does have New Balance ROLLBAR for heel stability. (click here to view)
928 – Built for both comfort and stability, it has New Balance’s ABZORB midsole which reduce impact stress, and ROLLBAR technology which stabilizes the heel. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Training

624 – This is New Balance’s famous all-leather “dad” shoe. This shoe has actually recently been discontinued, but the 608 is very similar. (click here to view)
608 – A leather trainer shoe that can also function as a casual athletic shoe. Built with New Balance ABZORB midsole to help reduce impact stress under the heel. (click here to view)
857 – The 857 is unique compared to other New Balance trainers because it has New Balance’s ROLLBAR technology for extra stability in the heel. (click here to view)
Minimus – Lightweight training shoes made with a low heel-to-toe drop and premium liners which allow you to train without socks. (click here to view)
FuelCell Shift – This shoe is built for agility training and has the FuelCell foam midsole to provide cushioning, but also improve propulsion and responsiveness. (click here to view).
FuelCell 100 – Another versatile training shoe that can also be used for agility training due to the responsive FuelCell foam midsole. Bootie collar for snug fit. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Baseball

Lindor – Francisco Lindor’s line of New Balance shoes includes both a cleat and a turf shoe. These shoes have two straps (ankle and midfoot) to provide a more secure fit. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam 3000 – Offered in both cleat and turf versions, these shoes are built for comfort. Soft, Fresh Foam midsole in combination with a “comfort collar” that helps prevent irritation near ankle. (click here to view)
FuelCell 4040 Cleat – Offered in metal and TPU cleat versions, this shoe has New Balance’s FuelCell midsole for extra cushioning under the foot. Made with a stretch upper. (click here to view)
FuelCell 4040 Turf – Turf version of the 4040 made with New Balance’s soft FuelCell midsole for extra cushioning under the foot. Stretch upper with “burrito” closure for secure fit. (click here to view)
FuelCell COMPv3 – An innovative baseball cleat that has unique TPU-molded cleats that are designed to provide as much traction as metal cleats, but with lightweight feel. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam 950 – This is an umpire shoe that is made with New Balance’s popular Fresh Foam midsole for extra cushioning under the foot. No cleats, no plate. (click here to view)
460 Umpire – This is a plated umpire shoe that is offered in both a mid and high-top version. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Softball

Fresh Foam Velo – Offered in both molded and metal cleat versions, this shoe is made with New Balance’s popular Fresh Foam midsole for cushioned support under the foot. (click here to view)
FuelCell FUSE – Made with New Balance’s FuelCell foam midsole, which helps improve responsiveness and propulsion. Offered in cleat and turf versions. (click here to view)
Romero – A turf training shoe made with New Balance’s Fresh Foam midsole and a lightweight, breathable bootie upper that provides a secure fit. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Basketball

TWO WXY V2 – A modern basketball shoe built to prioritize cushioning under the foot. Made with FuelCell foam midsole for responsiveness and ABZORB heel cushioning. (click here to view)
New Balance 550 – A retro basketball shoe that was popularized in the 90’s but has been re-introduced as a lifestyle shoe. (click here to view)
Kawhi – Kawhi Leonard’s line of basketball shoes built with FuelCell foam midsoles for extra cushioning and responsiveness. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Track

XC Seven – Cross country running shoes offered in both a spike (6) and spike-less version. Made with New Balance’s REVLite midsole that provides lightweight cushioning. (click here to view).
XC 5K – Similar to the XC Seven from above, but the XC 5k is built with a 5-spike plate instead of a 6-spike plate. (click here to view)
FuelCell SuperComp MDX – Built for middle-distance track races, this 6-pin spiked shoe is made with New Balance’s popular Fresh Foam midsole for comfort. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Lacrosse

FreezeLX – A lacrosse turf cleat made with New Balance’s popular Fresh Foam midsole plus extra support to help keep ankle stabilized. (click here to view)
BurnX3 – A lacrosse shoe with a molded “speed” cleat plate that has a stretch knit upper and extra padding around the Achilles tendon. (click here to view)
RushV3 Low – Another molded cleat but this shoe has a low-profile design that helps keep the weight down. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Skate Shoes

22 – Low-profile, heritage-inspired skate shoe offered in suede and leather versions. (click here to view)
212 – Heritage-inspired skate shoe with vulcanized outsole offered in canvas and suede options. (click here to view)
213 – A mid skate shoe that finishes near the ankle with reinforcements for added support. (click here to view)
228 – A modern version of a classic skate shoe that has a rubber gum outsole and a low-profile design. (click here to view)
255 – The 255 is the new version of the 254 with classic design plus updated heel fit. (click here to view)
272 – A low-profile canvas skate shoe that has a thin insole for better board feel. (click here to view)
288 – Similar to the 228 in that it is built to be a modern version of classic 90’s skate shoes. (click here to view)
306 – Canvas shoes with mesh airflow panels offered in low-top and slip-on versions. (click here to view)
425 – Low-profile, heritage-inspired skate shoe made with one-piece suede uppers. (click here to view)
440 – A 70’s inspired shoe built with modern technologies offered in low and high-top versions (click here to view)
508 – Built with one-piece suede upper, exposed foam tongue, and indoor soccer outsole. (click here to view)
808 – Low top with cushioned midsole and suede overlays for extra impact protection. (click here to view)
1010 – Retro inspired skate shoe built with New Balance’s FuelCell Foam midsole for extra cushioning. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Trail Shoes for Hiking

Fresh Foam Hierro – A trail running shoe made with an aggressive outsole and New Balance’s Fresh Foam midsole for improved cushioning. (click here to view)
DynaSoft Nitrel – A lightweight trail running shoe that has “toe protect” which adds a bit more durability to the toe and heel of the shoe. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam More – A trail running shoe that has a thicker midsole than other options for added cushioning under the foot. Features a low heel-to-toe drop. (click here to view)
FuelCell Summit Unknown – A trail running shoe that has a “Rock Stop Plate” in the outsole for extra support under the foot. (click here to view)
1300 – A hiking boot made with durable leather uppers and featuring a waterproof membrane to help keep your feet dry.
1400 – A high-top version of the 1300 described above – waterproof hiking boot.

Types of New Balance Shoes for Soccer

442 – The 442 is a popular soccer shoe offered in an indoor version, turf version, and cleat version. All versions feature a premium lining to improve comfort and feel. (click here to view).
Tekela – A studded soccer cleat that features a bootie upper that fits snug, but comfortable around the ankle. (click here to view)
Furon – Low-profile soccer cleat with offset laces to increase the size of the strike zone on the shoe. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Tennis

Coco CG1 – A bold, high-top tennis shoe inspired by 90’s basketball shoes featuring FuelCell Foam midsoles for improved cushioning and responsiveness. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam X Lav – A breathable tennis shoe with a heel counter for added support and a Fresh Foam midsole for added cushioning. (click here to view)
FuelCell 996 – Tennis shoe made with a lightweight, stretch-knit upper for a flexible, breathable fit. Features New Balance’s FuelCell Foam midsole for cushioning. (click here to view)
1006 – A tennis shoe that has a thick midsole to provide proper spring and cushioning under the foot. Mesh paneling on the upper provides breathability. (click here to view)
806 – A tennis shoe that prioritizes support and stability. It is made with New Balance’s ROLLBAR technology, which discourages improper rearfoot movement. (click here to view)
796 – A sleek tennis shoe with a no-sew built which helps reduce shoe blowouts. A herringbone outsole improves traction and grip. (click here to view)
696 – This shoe is unique in that it is built with a more durable upper material, but the upper is also perforated so that the shoe remains breathable. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Golf

Fresh Foam Contend – A spike-less, waterproof golf shoe that is built using New Balance’s Fresh Foam midsole for extra support and cushioning under the foot. (click here to view)
Striker – A cleated golf shoe (7-cleat design) that is waterproof built with leather uppers and extra-cushioned insoles. (click here to view)
574 Greens – This golf shoe is inspired by New Balance popular 574 shoes. Waterproof, spike-less, low-profile design that fits under the ankle. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam X Defender – 7-cleat design with waterproof upper and New Balance’s popular Fresh Foam midsole for extra cushioning and support. (click here to view)
Breeze – An athletic, spike-less golf shoe that is built to be very breathable. Because of that, it is not waterproof, but does have water-protection around the forefoot. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Links – A golf shoe built to feel like a running shoe on the course, this spike-less shoe features soft midsoles and athletic, waterproof design. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Pace – A spike-less golf shoe that has boa closure and provides waterproof protection, including over the closure area of the shoe. (click here to view)
Fresh Foam Breathe – A women’s athletic, spike-less golf shoe built to be breathable and featuring New Balance’s popular Fresh Foam comfortable midsoles. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Shoes for Work

412 – A low-top, slip-resistant work shoe with an alloy safety toe. (click here to view)
589 – A low-top, slip-resistant work shoe with a composite safety toe. (click here to view)
626 – A leather work shoe with slip-resistant outsole and extra midsole cushioning. No safety toe. (click here to view)
627 – A leather, steel-toe safety work shoe with a slip-resistant outsole. (click here to view)
806 – A slip-resistant, athletic work shoe with comfortable Fresh Foam midsoles. No safety toe. (click here to view)
989 – A men’s work boot with composite safety toe and slip-resistant outsoles. (click here to view)

Types of New Balance Sandals

100 – Slides built with lightweight foam uppers and New Balance logo across the top. (click here to view)
200 – A slide sandal built with plush top bed foam for cushioning under the foot. (click here to view)
202 – A women’s sandal that has a unique two-strap design that can also be transitioned into a three-strap design for a more secure fit. (click here to view)
250 – A two-strap adjustable sandal that has a more complex outsole for superior traction compared to normal sandals. (click here to view)
340 – A flip-flop sandal made with a lightweight midsole and soft strap for comfort. (click here to view)
360 – A women’s sport sandal with cushioned Fresh Foam midsoles. (click here to view)
Zare Comfort – A slide sandal built with thicker midsoles for extra comfort. (click here to view)

Most Popular Types of New Balance Shoes

New Balance Fresh Foam 1080

When I recently tried over 30 types of New Balance shoes, I thought the 1080 was the most comfortable. It provides “squishy” comfort under the foot. In the video below, I tried to capture how comfortable these shoes are:

New Balance Fresh Foam 860

The Fresh Foam 860 is another athletic running shoe, but it is built to offer more support and stability under the foot. In the video below, I tried to capture how these shoes respond on my foot:

New Balance 550

The 550 was originally used as a basketball shoe in the 90’s, but has made a recent resurgence as a popular lifestyle shoe. Here is what my New Balance 550 shoes look like:

New Balance 574

The New Balance 574 is considered by many to be the most classic type of New Balance shoes. It has a versatile design that can be worn casually or for occasional exercise. Here is a look at my New Balance 574 shoes:

New Balance 990v5

The 990v5 shoes are popular because they are supportive but also comfortable. They have a 90’s-inspired, retro athletic design, and are part of New Balance’s Made in USA line of shoes. Here is how my 990v5 shoes look on my foot:

New Balance 928

The 928 is a casual walking shoe that can also function as a work shoe. It is built for support and stability. It features New Balance’s ROLLBAR technology, which helps prevent improper rearfoot movement. Here is a look at mine: