New Balance TWO WXY V3
Released 11/2022, Low Top,
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Performance Ratings
8.7
EXPERT RATING
7 reviews
8.9
USER RATING
14 ratings
Performance Summary
The TWO WXY V3 is one of New Balance's best basketball shoes because of its fit and traction.
Pros
Tacky traction
1-to-1 fit
Cons
Not a plush cushion
Poor outdoor durability
Best Suitable For: Shifty guards who rely on traction will love this shoe.
Category Performance Ratings
9.3
Traction
Circular suction-pattern rubber with soft, pliable compound. Sticky multi directional grip after brief break-in; wide outsole offers confident stops.
7.6
Cushion
FuelCell and ABZORB low-profile setup with firm foam. Very responsive and close-to-court feel but limited plush impact protection.
8.4
Materials
Textile wraparound upper with lightweight knit and synthetic overlays. Soft, breathable, and comfortable but may sacrifice long-term durability.
9.1
Support
Multiple lateral counters, supportive lacing, and internal shank. Excellent lockdown and lateral stability for quick cuts and aggressive movement.
9.2
Fit
True to size with glove-like fit and secure heel lockdown. Forefoot and midfoot run slightly narrow; brief break-in improves fit.
14%
Outdoor
Soft, tacky rubber compound delivers indoor bite but wears quickly on rough outdoor courts; not ideal for heavy outdoor use.
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large
Sizing
Runs true to size for most players. Consider half size up if you have wide or 2E feet for extra forefoot room.
narrow
wide
Width
Best for narrow to medium feet. Forefoot and midfoot are somewhat narrow; wide footers may need half size up or a wide option.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 New Balance TWO WXY V3 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 Encore |  Adidas D.O.N. Issue 7 |  ANTA Kai 2 |  Nike LeBron NXXT Gen |  Under Armour Curry 12 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.7 | 8.9(0.2) | 8.7(0.0) | 8.5(0.2) | 8.7(0.0) | 8.5(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 8.9 | NA | NA | 8.9(0.0) | 9.0(0.1) | 9.4(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $119.99 | $149 | $83.97 $120 | $99.99 $140 | $129.99 $160 | $139.99 $150 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 350g - 360g | NA | 400g - 400g | NA | 350g - 360g | NA |
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Expert Reviews of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
Expert Rating: 8.7 (ranks #79 of 383)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
6
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
April 16, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 is one of my favourite basketball shoes of 2022. The neutral cushioning is the only downside. The fit, traction, materials, and support are phenomenal.
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9.0
May 2, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 has everything needed to be a top basketball shoe. I have minor gripes with cushioning and support, but the shoe is still elite.
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9.0
May 2, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 is easy to wear, look at, and play in. It has all the necessary features of a great basketball shoe. It does it all and at every level.
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8.6
April 23, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 feels like an S-tier performance shoe. The traction and cushioning feel great, and there are no glaring weaknesses.
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8.6
May 1, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 is a shoe I plan to keep in my bag for the long term. It's a reliable setup because of the tacky traction, 1-to-1 fit, and impressive support.
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8.6
July 19, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 is a lightweight and minimal shoe. The lockdown and containment are outstanding. It has minimalist but comfortable cushioning and effective traction too.
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8.2
November 28, 2022
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 is a light, responsive shoe with great traction and low-to-the-ground cushioning. Overall, I enjoyed playing in this shoe.
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User Reviews of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
User Rating: 8.9 (ranks #104 of 383)
10 - Amazing
3
9 - Great
9
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.5
October 13, 2023
The best NB shoe I have tried so far, they are very light and still contain the foot very well despite going half a size up, the cushioning has not given me problems but it is better only for perimeter players, the traction grips very well and I loved the materials, they stick to your foot like a sock. If I have to criticize it, it is that it is very likely that the cushioning is not the best for performing many vertical jumps and it is not an option to use exclusively on outdoor courts.
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9.6
September 14, 2023
Great shoe. Amazing court feel cushioning is really good without being too soft. The performance is great especially considering the price.
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7.0
February 9, 2025
Wanted to like this shoe and its famed traction, but for me i was slipping all over the place. Cushion was also as was billed (not great).
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9.5
October 27, 2023
super, go solid outsole it is better than translusent
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Traction of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.3 (ranks #57 of 383)
User Traction Rating: 9.3 (ranks #69 of 383)
10 - Amazing
11
9 - Great
8
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
10.0
April 16, 2023
The traction is close to perfect. The rubber compound is soft and pliable, giving it a tacky feeling.
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10.0
May 2, 2023
The wide-based outsole covers you in every direction and on every move you make.
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10.0
May 2, 2023
The traction of the TWO WXY V3 holds up against any other shoe on the market. The ride was smooth, and I barely had to wipe.
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9.0
April 23, 2023
The traction pattern has circles that act like suction cups to provide sticky traction. Definitely has top-tier performance.
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8.5
May 1, 2023
After an hour of break-in time, the rubber compound improves drastically. It becomes tacky and grippy.
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9.0
July 19, 2023
The traction offers impressive grip in multiple directions.
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8.5
November 28, 2022
Once breaking the traction in, the performance became a lot better.
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Cushion of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.6 (ranks #324 of 383)
User Cushion Rating: 8.1 (ranks #234 of 383)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
10
7 - Average
4
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
7.0
April 16, 2023
The only part of the shoe I don't like a lot is the cushioning. There's an abundance of court feel, but impact protection is minimal.
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8.0
May 2, 2023
The cushioning setup is best for players looking for maximum court feel. I prefer the cushion from the V2, but the V3 has you covered.
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7.0
May 2, 2023
The cushioning is my least favourite aspect of the shoe, and I still liked the performance. The FuelCell and ABZORB provide impact protection while still feeling quick and stable.
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9.0
April 23, 2023
The cushioning and comfort level is excellent. It's not explosive but feels responsive.
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7.0
May 1, 2023
The cushioning starts out feeling firm, and it's not the softest.
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8.0
July 19, 2023
The cushioning is forgiving and comfortable. It's also lightweight, and the shank keeps you feeling bouncy.
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7.5
November 28, 2022
The cushioning is similar to the V2 but slightly higher off the ground with more stiffness.
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Materials of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.4 (ranks #115 of 383)
User Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #114 of 383)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
12
8 - Good
7
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
April 16, 2023
The materials are thin and soft and move well with your foot. It feels like one of the best uppers on a shoe.
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8.0
May 2, 2023
The textile wrap-around upper is not bad at all.
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8.0
May 2, 2023
The materials are weird. It's soft, comfortable, and feels fantastic on foot. It doesn't feel too durable, and it looks like a brain.
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9.0
April 23, 2023
The materials feel soft. I really like the upper materials.
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8.5
May 1, 2023
I enjoy the materials. They're soft and thin, and they feel comfortable on foot. The breathability is average.
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8.0
July 19, 2023
The upper materials are light and breathable.
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8.0
November 28, 2022
The textile materials feel thin and soft without being flimsy.
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Support of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
Expert Support Rating: 9.1 (ranks #17 of 383)
User Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #153 of 383)
10 - Amazing
6
9 - Great
8
8 - Good
5
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
April 16, 2023
Because of the fit, the lockdown is almost perfect. There's a lot of stability, and the shoe feels sturdy too.
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9.0
May 2, 2023
I never had any issues with support and lockdown. I played my style without any fear. I only wish the shoe felt more plush.
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10.0
May 2, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V3 has all the support features you need. It has great lockdown, stability, and lateral support.
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8.0
April 23, 2023
Stability and support perform well too.
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9.5
May 1, 2023
The support is phenomenal. New Balance addressed all of my concerns from the V2. I had no issues with lockdown and lateral containment.
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10.0
July 19, 2023
The shoe's lacing system helps keep you incredibly locked down. Containment is fantastic too.
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8.0
November 28, 2022
There are a lot of lateral counters to keep your foot contained. Stability and lockdown weren't issues either.
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Fit of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
Expert Fit Rating: 9.2 (ranks #7 of 383)
User Fit Rating: 9.1 (ranks #42 of 383)
10 - Amazing
11
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
7
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
10.0
April 16, 2023
These things fit like a glove. The fit is my favourite part of the shoe.
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10.0
May 2, 2023
Going with anything other than true to size is a disservice to your foot. The fit is that impressive.
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10.0
May 2, 2023
Fit is the second best aspect of the shoe. It feels perfect because of the materials and logo placement.
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8.0
April 23, 2023
I had no issues with the fit.
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9.5
May 1, 2023
The fit is where the shoe shines. It's close to a perfect 1-to-1 fit. There's no dead space at all.
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8.0
July 19, 2023
I took some time to break in this shoe. The fit is locked in afterwards, though.
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9.0
November 28, 2022
This shoe fits me like a glove.
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Durability of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
User Durability Rating: 8.3 (ranks #203 of 383)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
5
8 - Good
5
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
Outdoor of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 14.3 (ranks #284 of 383)
User Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #204 of 383)
Good (100%)
2
Fair (50%)
5
Bad (0%)
7
no
April 16, 2023
I wouldn't take these shoes outdoors.
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fair
May 2, 2023
The outdoor performance will work, but the rubber isn't durable.
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no
May 2, 2023
I don't think the rubber will hold up well outdoors.
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no
April 23, 2023
I'm keeping these shoes indoors.
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no
May 1, 2023
The rubber is too soft for outdoors.
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fair
July 19, 2023
The durability will be ok if you don't shuffle your feet too much.
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no
November 28, 2022
This shoe is not a good option for outdoors.
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Width of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
very narrow
0
slightly narrow
10
regular
9
slightly wide
1
very wide
0
slightly narrow
April 16, 2023
The midfoot is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
May 2, 2023
I am a semi-wide footer and didn't have issues.
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regularly wide
April 23, 2023
The width is average.
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slightly narrow
May 1, 2023
The shoe feels narrow. Go up half a size if you have a wide foot.
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slightly narrow
July 19, 2023
The shoe feels narrow because of the lacing setup.
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slightly narrow
November 28, 2022
The forefoot is slightly narrow.
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Size of the New Balance TWO WXY V3:
very small
0
slightly small
2
true to size
19
slightly long
0
very long
0
true to size
April 16, 2023
I went true to size.
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true to size
May 2, 2023
I suggest staying true to size.
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true to size
May 2, 2023
Go true to size.
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true to size
April 23, 2023
The fit is true to size.
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true to size
May 1, 2023
Go true to size.
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true to size
July 19, 2023
Go true to size if you have a narrow or medium foot. Go up half a size if you have a 2E foot.
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true to size
November 28, 2022
I went true to size, and it was perfect.
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