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#6 in Nursing Shoes

New Balance 608v5

Name: New Balance 608v5
Brand: New Balance
Rating: 8.3 (1 reviews)

New Balance

$60.00 – $85.00

Cross-training staple with leather upper, ABZORB heel cushioning, and widths from narrow to 4E at a modest price. Its flat stable platform and orthotic-friendly interior suit nurses with custom insoles.

8.3

Good

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

8.3

User Sentiment

8.5

Value Score

8.1

Complaint Risk

8.9

Freshness

8.4

Community

8.8

Availability

9.2

Pros

Great width availability
Accepts orthotics easily
Durable leather upper

Cons

Firm ride versus HOKA-style foam
Dated styling

Don't buy this if…

Don't buy expecting plush cushioning, because the 608 is a firm stable trainer, not a max-cushion shoe.

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