10 Best New Balance Running Shoes For Women in 2022

Women’s running shoes from New Balance are not just stylish. They’re also ready to fuel your runs with unmatched energy return and comfort.
With hundreds of New Balance running shoes for women, it can be confusing. But because our mission is to help all runners, we took it upon ourselves to test and painstakingly select the ten best women’s running shoes from New Balance from five different categories.
Overview of this guide
How we test running shoes
When we say “painstakingly,” we mean absolute thoroughness. As in, we buy them with our own money to avoid brand loyalty. Plus, we examine them carefully in our independent shoe testing facility.
Those aside, we also go through the rigorous process of:
- Running in each New Balance women’s running shoes for at least 30 to 50 miles
- Slicing them into pieces
- Measure and assess their parts via 30 parameters
- Generate their Corescore using hundreds of comments from users and experts
Best New Balance running shoes overall for women
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
- Top 10% in road running shoes
- Top 12% in New Balance running shoes
- Top 5% most popular running shoes
Pros
- Extremely comfortable
- Hugs your feet
- Superb breathability
- Tongue stays put
- Flawless grip
- Lightweight
Cons
- Upper too flexible
- Wobbly
- Need caution on sharp/quick turns
Verdict
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
- Top 26% in road running shoes
- Top 26% in New Balance running shoes
- Top 22% most popular running shoes
Pros
- Excellent stability shoe
- Good lacing
- Looks the part
- Comfortable
- Consistent ride in any condition
- Good grip
- Perfect daily runner
Cons
- Runs half a size small
- Heel counter is not for everyone
- Quite heavy
Best road New Balance running shoes for women
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
- Top 6% in road running shoes
- Top 8% in New Balance running shoes
- Top 5% most popular running shoes
Pros
- True to size
- Fits wide feet well
- Lightweight
- Responsive and bouncy ride
- Breathable upper
- Great lockdown
- Ultra-comfortable
- Bargain at $130 (should be $160)
Cons
- Slightly unstable when walking
- No heel-loop
- Stiffens in cold temperatures
Verdict
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
- Top 5% in road running shoes
- Top 5% in New Balance running shoes
- Top 8% most popular running shoes
Pros
- Insanely soft underfoot
- Efficient stride
- True to size
- Accommodates wide feet
- Stable platform
- Should last a lot of miles
- Max cushioned
- No break-in
- Good lockdown
Cons
- Runs warm
- Feels a bit heavy
- Grip is subpar on loose terrain
Verdict
Best New Balance trail running shoes for women
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
This shoe has a 10% penalty on its expert reviews because it has fewer than 5 reviews. This is to avoid that shoes with few reviews unjustly receives high scores.
Learn more- Top 7% most popular running shoes
Pros
- Aesthetically amazing
- Really grippy outsole
- Durable materials
- Super comfy midsole
- Incredibly useful heel tab
Cons
- Stuffy toe-box
- Not ideal for difficult terrain
- Lacing will give you a headache
Verdict
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
This shoe has a 10% penalty on its expert reviews because it has fewer than 5 reviews. This is to avoid that shoes with few reviews unjustly receives high scores.
Learn more- Top 14% most popular running shoes
Pros
- True to size
- Supportive
- Secure fit
- Cushioned
- Quick break-in period
- Durable
- Affordable
Cons
- Not responsive
- For short distances only
- Slightly warm
Verdict
Best neutral New Balance running shoes for women
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New Balance women's new balance running shoesCorescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
Pros
- True to size
- Roomy toebox
- Extremely soft
- Very Stable
- Plush, comfortable upper
- Surprisingly light
Cons
- Durability issues
- Fairly expensive
- Slightly loose heel
Verdict
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
- Top 3% in trail running shoes
- Top 3% in New Balance running shoes
- Top 5% most popular running shoes
Pros
- Comfortable
- Super plush
- Protective underfoot
- Amazing lockdown
- Easy to put on (heel loop!)
- True to size
- Heel rudder
- Looks amazing
- Value at $135
Cons
- Heavy
- Runs warm
- Could be grippier
Verdict
Best value New Balance running shoes for women
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
- Top 17% most popular running shoes
Pros
- Reasonably priced
- Great looks
- Responsive midsole
Cons
- No reflective detail
- It runs half a size small
Verdict
Corescore
The Corescore is a score from 0-100 that summarizes opinions from users and experts. Below shows the distribution of scores for all running shoes.
- Top 14% most popular running shoes
Pros
- Lightweight
- Bouncy ride
- Smooth transitions
- Breathable
- Pleasant fit
Cons
- Sole wears down fast
Verdict
What are the most popular women's New Balance running shoes in 2022?
- New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 v11
- New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro v6
- New Balance FuelCell Rebel v2
- New Balance Fresh Foam More v3
- New Balance FuelCell RC Elite v2
- New Balance Nitrel V4
- New Balance Lerato
- New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12
- New Balance FuelCell Propel v2
- New Balance Fresh Foam 860 v12
- New Balance FuelCell Propel v3
- New Balance FuelCell Prism v2
- New Balance Fresh Foam 880 v11
- New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon v3
- New Balance Fresh Foam More Trail v1
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What are the cheapest women's New Balance running shoes in 2022?
- New Balance FuelCell Propel v3 - from £28
- New Balance FuelCell Propel v2 - from £47
- New Balance Nitrel V4 - from £52
- New Balance FuelCell Rebel v2 - from £72
- New Balance Fresh Foam 880 v11 - from £72
- New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 v11 - from £81
- New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro v6 - from £81
- New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon v3 - from £87
- New Balance Summit Unknown v2 - from £90
- New Balance FuelCell Prism v2 - from £109
- New Balance Fresh Foam 860 v12 - from £112
- New Balance Fresh Foam X Tempo v2 - from £114
- New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo v5 - from £118
- New Balance Fresh Foam More v3 - from £129
- New Balance Lerato - from £137
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