New Balance Hesi Low
Released 11/2023, Low Top,
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Performance Ratings
7.7
EXPERT RATING
2 reviews
8.9
USER RATING
3 ratings
Performance Summary
The New Balance Hesi Low is a jack of all trades. There are no weaknesses, but also no standout features.
Pros
Outdoor-friendly rubber outsole
Lightweight build
Cons
Lack of impact protection
Best Suitable For: The New Balance Hesi Low is best for shifty players who don't need much impact protection.
Category Performance Ratings
7.5
Traction
Undisclosed traction pattern with durable rubber compound. Decent indoor grip after warming and excellent outdoor performance.
7.5
Cushion
FuelCell foam with a top-loaded shank. Consistent, lightweight and soft bounce with good comfort and no stiffness.
7.5
Materials
Synthetic upper with supportive construction and cushioned padding. Decent breathability but some panels feel cheap and laces are thin.
8.0
Support
Firm heel counter and structured lacing with recommended runner's knot. Provides solid containment and lateral stability.
8.0
Fit
True to size for narrow to medium feet with a medium overall fit. Toe box runs snug and heel lockdown improves with a runner's knot.
100%
Outdoor
Durable rubber outsole. Performs fantastic on outdoor courts and holds up well to rough surfaces.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most. Narrow and medium feet TTS; wide feet should consider a half size up.
narrow
wide
Width
Fits narrow to regular widths best. Width feels snug; 2E wearers can stay TTS for lockdown or go half size up for more room.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 New Balance Hesi Low |  ANTA KAI 3 |  Adidas AE 2 |  Jordan Luka 3 |  Nike KD 18 |  Adidas Harden Volume 9 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.7 | 8.7(1.0) | 8.5(0.8) | 8.2(0.5) | 8.2(0.5) | 8.5(0.8) | |
| User Rating | 8.9 | NA | 8.8(0.1) | 9.2(0.3) | 8.7(0.2) | 9.4(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $109.99 | $149.99 | $96.99 $130 | $129.99 $140 | $77.97 $160 | $112 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | 420g - 430g | 380g - 390g | 420g - 430g | 410g - 420g |
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Expert Reviews of the New Balance Hesi Low:
Expert Rating: 7.7 (ranks #355 of 393)
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
2
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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7.8
December 6, 2023
The New Balance Hesi Low feels agile and light around the court. The traction warms up well, and it benefits lighter, shiftier players.
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7.6
December 6, 2023
The New Balance Hesi Low has no weaknesses, but there are also no standout features. I enjoy the cushioning, and the support is solid.
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User Reviews of the New Balance Hesi Low:
User Rating: 8.9 (ranks #100 of 393)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
3
8 - Good
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7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.3
April 7, 2024
User didn't add a summary.
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9.0
February 23, 2025
User didn't add a summary.
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Traction of the New Balance Hesi Low:
Expert Traction Rating: 7.5 (ranks #351 of 393)
User Traction Rating: 8.3 (ranks #233 of 393)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
1
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
December 6, 2023
The grip is not elite but not bad either. It takes some rubber warming to start performing well.
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7.0
December 6, 2023
The traction performance is fine but it's not the best.
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Cushion of the New Balance Hesi Low:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.5 (ranks #342 of 393)
User Cushion Rating: 7.0 (ranks #318 of 393)
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
2
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
7.0
December 6, 2023
There's FuelCell foam and a top-loaded shank in this cushioning setup. The bounce feels consistent and lightweight.
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8.0
December 6, 2023
I'm happy with the cushioning setup. It's not stiff and feels comfortable. The FuelCell feels soft.
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Materials of the New Balance Hesi Low:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.5 (ranks #346 of 393)
User Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #109 of 393)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
December 6, 2023
The shoe has stout support within the material construction. The forefoot is decently breathable, too.
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7.0
December 6, 2023
The materials are somewhat cheap. The laces are too thin, but the shoe's padding is comfortable. Breathability is okay, too.
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Support of the New Balance Hesi Low:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #287 of 393)
User Support Rating: 9.7 (ranks #17 of 393)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.0
December 6, 2023
I like the heel counter setup and the construction of the lacing setup. Make sure to use the runner's knot for proper containment.
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8.0
December 6, 2023
The stability and support are stable and comfortable.
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Fit of the New Balance Hesi Low:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #254 of 393)
User Fit Rating: 9.3 (ranks #22 of 393)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.0
December 6, 2023
I used the runner's knot to avoid heel slippage. The fit feels medium overall.
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8.0
December 6, 2023
The toe box feels snug. It's still comfortable, though.
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Durability of the New Balance Hesi Low:
User Durability Rating: 8.5 (ranks #162 of 393)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
0
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
Outdoor of the New Balance Hesi Low:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 100.0 (ranks #9 of 393)
User Outdoor Rating: 100.0 (ranks #11 of 393)
Good (100%)
5
Fair (50%)
0
Bad (0%)
0
good
December 6, 2023
The rubber performs fantastic on outdoor courts.
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good
December 6, 2023
The outsole is sturdy enough for outdoors.
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Width of the New Balance Hesi Low:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
2
regular
1
slightly wide
1
very wide
1
regularly wide
December 6, 2023
2E feet can go with their true-to-size for lockdown or up a half size for extra room.
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slightly narrow
December 6, 2023
The width is snug. If you need extra space, go up half a size. True to size works, though.
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Size of the New Balance Hesi Low:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
5
slightly long
0
very long
0
true to size
December 6, 2023
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
December 6, 2023
I went true to size.
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