New Balance 860 v14 vs New Balance 860 v15
On paper, compared with the New Balance 860 v14, the New Balance 860 v15 is 23 g heavier, ₹11,400 pricier.
 New Balance860 v14 |  New Balance860 v15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.17 | 7.67 |
| Ride | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| Value | 8.5 | 8.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹5,557 | ₹16,999 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Stability | Stability |
| Weight | 306 g | 329 g |
| Heel stack | – | 40 mm |
| Forefoot stack | – | 34 mm |
| Drop | – | 6 mm |
| Foam | – | Fresh Foam X |
| Plate | nylon/Pebax plate | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | stability | stability |
| Fit | narrow | – |
| Sizing | go up half | go up half |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) | Up to 120 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | – |
| Pros | Bounce and energy return rare in a stability shoe · Strong traditional stability: wide platform, medial post, plate · Premium mesh upper and build · Thick outsole with good traction · Great value at ₹6,000–9,000 | One of the most protective max-cushion shoes · Rocker eased my plantar fasciitis · Great for flat feet |
| Cons | Runs about a full size small · Snug fit even after sizing up · Not for fast paces around 4:00/km | Heavier · Not responsive · Runs half a size small |
| Avoid if | You want a shoe for fast running around 4:00/km. | Avoid it if you want a light or responsive shoe. It is heavy, and it runs half a size small. |
My verdicts
New Balance
860 v14
The 860v14 is one of the best shoes for flat feet and overpronation, and for me it beat the Kayano with extra bounce and stability. I give it 9 out of 10 overall, and at ₹6,000–9,000 it is a highly recommended buy.
Avoid if: You want a shoe for fast running around 4:00/km.
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860 v15
Its rocker did the bending for me, which really helped my plantar fasciitis in the early days. One of the most protective cushioned shoes for plantar fasciitis, flat feet and other foot issues. Look for it at ₹12,000–13,000.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you want a light or responsive shoe. It is heavy, and it runs half a size small.
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