New Balance 1080 v14 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X Ellipse
On paper, compared with the New Balance 1080 v14, the New Balance Fresh Foam X Ellipse is 35 g lighter, Ride −1.
 New Balance1080 v14 |  New BalanceFresh Foam X Ellipse | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.17 | 6.83 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 6.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | – | ₹16,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 300 g | 265 g |
| Heel stack | – | 36 mm |
| Forefoot stack | – | 28 mm |
| Drop | – | 8 mm |
| Foam | Fresh Foam X | Fresh Foam X |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | – | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsRace dayBeginnersRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsWalking |
| Pros | Premium mesh upper you feel at step-in · Soft and comfortable but firmer and more versatile than before · Stable thanks to the wider platform · Thick rubber outsole with full coverage, no wear after 100 km · Likely more durable than the Novablast · Handles 4:00/km to slow runs and up to full marathon | Enjoyable, smooth ride at easy paces · Eye-catching design · Excellent upper comfort |
| Cons | Heavy at 300 g (US 9) · Breathability is limited · Expensive at ₹14,000 to ₹16,000 · Mostly offline in India | No structured heel support · Foam may lose softness over time · Most expensive shoe in this test |
| Avoid if | Skip it at full retail price; wait for a 10 to 20% offer. | You expect a highly durable midsole or don't like a mushy ride. |
My verdicts
New Balance
1080 v14
If you want Novablast-style comfort with more stability and durability, consider the 1080 v14; it will be one of the top daily trainers of 2025. Buy it with a 10 to 20% offer, not at full price.
Avoid if: Skip it at full retail price; wait for a 10 to 20% offer.
Read reviewNew Balance
Fresh Foam X Ellipse
The best pick for run-club runs and short 5 to 15 km runs.
Avoid if: You expect a highly durable midsole or don't like a mushy ride.
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