New Balance TWO WXY V4
Released 10/2023, Low Top,
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8.4
EXPERT RATING
6 reviews
9.0
USER RATING
5 ratings
The New Balance TWO WXY V4 is a fantastic all-around shoe with improved impact protection from the cushioning.
Best Suitable For:
This is the perfect pick for players seeking versatility in play style and court surface durability.
Price Comparison:
Available at 3 shops | Official Retail Price: $119.99
Category Performance Ratings:
Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
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Sizing:
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Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
New Balance TWO WXY V4 | Under Armour Curry 10 | Adidas D.O.N. Issue 6 | New Balance TWO WXY V3 | Nike LeBron NXXT Gen | Nike KD 15 | Add shoe | |
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Expert Rating | 8.4 | 8.8(0.4) | 8.5(0.1) | 8.7(0.3) | 8.7(0.3) | 9.0(0.6) | |
User Rating | 9.0 | 9.1(0.1) | 9.5(0.5) | 9.1(0.1) | 9.0(0.0) | 9.2(0.2) | |
Best Price | $44.97 $120 | $62.97 $160 | $119.99 | $119.99 | $82.97 $160 | $112.97 $150 | |
Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
Weight | 370g - 370g | 350g - 360g | NA | 350g - 360g | 350g - 360g | 370g - 390g |
New Balance TWO WXY V4 Review
Pros:
Improved impact protection and cushioning
Reliable traction
Cons:
Lack of internal padding
The fit can be tricky
Performance of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
New Balance continues to deliver impressive and reliable performance with its TWO WXY line.
The traction provides excellent grip, and the rubber is durable enough for indoor and outdoor play.
The combination of Fresh Foam and FuelCell provides improved impact protection and comfort while remaining responsive. It's an impressive balance.
Reviewers called the materials light, flexible, and breathable. The only complaint is the lack of heel padding and sculpting.
Some reviewers mention the fit is long. Others say the materials need to break in before the shoe fits well.
Support and lockdown aren't an issue. The improved cushioning provides additional stability during play.
The New Balance TWO WXY V4 is another solid performer in the TWO WXY lineup, this time with better impact protection.
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Expert Reviews of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
Expert Rating: 8.4 (ranks #147 of 322)
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9.0
October 10, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V4 exceeds in multiple ways. There's no better option for players seeking maximalist protection and minimalist pop and explosion.
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8.5
November 8, 2023
New Balance did not disappoint with the TWO WXY V4. The cushioning feels better this year, and the traction continues to perform well.
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8.2
October 22, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V4 is the complete package. It has the cushioning and traction to cater to all positions and play styles.
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8.2
November 3, 2023
I prefer the New Balance TWO WXY V3 to the TWO WXY V4, but the impact protection and outsole durability are better on the V4. The fit is tricky, but the traction remains reliable.
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8.2
November 15, 2023
The New Balance TWO WXY V4 feels quick, responsive, and comfortable. The cushioning is soft, the traction performs well, and the materials are supportive.
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8.2
February 18, 2024
The New Balance TWO WXY V4 is a fun shoe to play in. I enjoyed the cushioning and the traction.
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User Reviews of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
User Rating: 9.0 (ranks #67 of 322)
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9.4
December 15, 2023
Very good shoe. Containment was outstanding, plush but responsive cushion, decent traction, and comfy materials. Also, durability is good for outdoor courts (Tested on). Hoping some cooler colorways come out in this shoe because it is a beastly performer which I will certainly be buying again. Also, it runs ever so slightly snug, so wide footers, look to get this in the 2E width.
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8.4
December 23, 2023
Fit is a little long but traction is very nice cushion is very surprising. Shoe isnt very bouncy but its comfortable and very very light def in this shoe is very fun as switching def positioning is very easy because of how light the shoe is. Traction very mid would be get outdoors however looks durable and the cushion is nice.
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9.0
March 24, 2024
Good cushioning but traction pattern is very thick. Good fit and materials.
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9.4
March 7, 2024
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Traction of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.7 (ranks #135 of 322)
User Traction Rating: 8.2 (ranks #218 of 322)
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9.0
October 10, 2023
You get a lot of grip with this traction pattern.
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9.0
November 8, 2023
The traction is very reliable. I never had issues with movement, and I never had to wipe.
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8.0
October 22, 2023
The traction works perfectly fine. I had no problems.
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9.0
November 3, 2023
The traction feels excellent. I didn't have any issues.
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9.0
November 15, 2023
The traction is surprisingly good after an initial break-in period. It doesn't pick up much dust, either.
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8.0
February 18, 2024
The traction performance feels pretty good on clean and dusty courts. I never experienced any issues.
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Cushion of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.5 (ranks #153 of 322)
User Cushion Rating: 9.0 (ranks #78 of 322)
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9.0
October 10, 2023
The cushioning feels lively because the shoe has the most supportive shank. The combination of Fresh Foam and FuelCell combine to provide a balance of bounce and shock absorption.
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9.0
November 8, 2023
New Balance did a fantastic job with this cushioning setup. It provided enough support without sacrificing much court feel.
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9.0
October 22, 2023
The cushioning exceeded my expectations. The impact protection provides a safe and secure landing every time. There's no break-in time, either.
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8.0
November 3, 2023
The impact protection improves from the V3. The FuelCell and Fresh Foam are stable but not as responsive.
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8.0
November 15, 2023
The heel is soft and comfortable. The compression feels impressive. There's not much bounce, but the impact protection is solid.
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8.0
February 18, 2024
The cushioning feels very comfortable. There's plenty of impact protection but the high stack creates a lack of court feel.
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Materials of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #187 of 322)
User Materials Rating: 9.0 (ranks #41 of 322)
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8.0
October 10, 2023
I love the drag guard. The upper is also light and supportive.
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8.0
November 8, 2023
The materials are a solid mix of mesh and synthetics.
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8.0
October 22, 2023
The materials are light and flexible.
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8.0
November 3, 2023
The materials get the job done, but they are not premium.
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8.0
November 15, 2023
I like how soft and supportive the mesh material feels. The upper setup is comfortable.
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8.0
February 18, 2024
The thick mesh feels comfortable on my feet. I have no complaints about the material usage.
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Support of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
Expert Support Rating: 8.6 (ranks #113 of 322)
User Support Rating: 9.8 (ranks #8 of 322)
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10.0
October 10, 2023
The lockdown is comfortable, and the shoe feels secure because of the upper material and lacing system.
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8.5
November 8, 2023
The cushioning and traction help add stability to the shoe, and after breaking in the fit, the shoe feels plenty supportive.
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8.0
October 22, 2023
The stability and support are decent. I had no issues with lateral containment, too.
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8.0
November 3, 2023
The sculpting around the heel could be better. The support and lockdown are solid if you manage the fit.
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8.0
November 15, 2023
I didn't have any issues with support and lockdown. The materials are supportive, and the lateral stability is solid, too.
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9.0
February 18, 2024
I had zero support issues in this shoe. You're covered laterally, and the materials do a great job of containing you.
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Fit of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.2 (ranks #186 of 322)
User Fit Rating: 9.2 (ranks #25 of 322)
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9.0
October 10, 2023
Fit is one of the best features because New Balance offers multiple widths.
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8.0
November 8, 2023
The forefoot is more snug than the V3. I wish the heel area had more padding, too. Once broken in, the shoe fits well.
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8.0
October 22, 2023
The fit feels standard.
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8.0
November 3, 2023
The fit feels long and narrow but feels better with a runner's loop.
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8.0
November 15, 2023
The shoe fits me well. There's only a bit of extra room at the front of the shoe.
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8.0
February 18, 2024
I have a slightly wide foot, so I needed to break in the snug forefoot area. It feels close to a 1-to-1 fit. I like it.
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Durability of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
User Durability Rating: 8.5 (ranks #146 of 322)
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Outdoor of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 75.0 (ranks #59 of 322)
User Outdoor Rating: 100.0 (ranks #7 of 322)
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fair
October 10, 2023
The durometer is high enough for outdoors, but beware of wearing them down.
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good
November 8, 2023
The outsole is durable enough for all surfaces.
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good
October 22, 2023
This shoe is outdoor-friendly.
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good
November 3, 2023
This option works fantastic outdoors.
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fair
November 15, 2023
Outdoor play should be fine.
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fair
February 18, 2024
The outsole feels durable but I wouldn't use these outdoors.
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Width of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
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slightly wide
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very wide
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regularly wide
October 10, 2023
Get the 2E option from New Balance if you have wide feet.
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slightly narrow
November 8, 2023
Wide footers should see if New Balance offers a wide option.
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regularly wide
October 22, 2023
The width feels average.
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slightly narrow
November 15, 2023
The toe box is slightly narrow.
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slightly narrow
February 18, 2024
The forefoot is a bit narrow but it breaks in.
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Size of the New Balance TWO WXY V4:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
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slightly long
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very long
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true to size
October 10, 2023
Go true to size.
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true to size
November 8, 2023
Go true to size, but be prepared to break in the shoe.
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true to size
October 22, 2023
I went true to size.
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true to size
November 3, 2023
I went true to size.
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½ size small
November 15, 2023
I went up half a size.
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true to size
February 18, 2024
The shoe fits true to size.
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