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Fresh Foam X More v6
Model timeline
Men's or women's running shoes
More about it ↓Quick take
In short: what each side says
AI panel · Reviewers · The street — each opened up in full further down ↓
Best on Gemini (avg #6.0), weakest on Perplexity (#17.3)
Reviewers broadly agree the More v6 is among the softest, most cushioned shoes available for easy runs and all-day wear, with meaningful stability improvements over its predecessor.
The Fresh Foam X More v6 is praised as a maximum-cushion daily trainer with a spacious, padded upper and wide base, ideal for easy runs and recovery, but not designed for faster-paced running.
Every side lands high — Holds up.
Quick read · who it’s for
Main competitors
Top rivals in Running Shoes.
About
What it is.
Built on New Balance's Fresh Foam X midsole platform, the More v6 belongs to the maximalist end of the line, where the priority is stacking cushioning rather than chasing speed. The upper favors a breathable construction designed to keep feet cool over extended wear, while the midsole geometry aims to deliver support that holds up from morning through night.
It suits runners and on-feet workers who want a shoe that carries them through easy miles or long shifts without demanding attention, including those needing wide or extra-wide sizing. Anyone chasing a snappy, responsive ride tuned for pace should look elsewhere in the range, since this model is built around comfort and stability rather than energy return.
The verdict
New Balance makes the Fresh Foam X More v6 running shoe. Released in 2024, designed in the United States. The shoe uses Fresh Foam X midsole technology for cushioning and energy return. Runners with wide feet buy it for comfortable, supportive daily training. AI assistants currently rank it number one for best running shoes for wide feet.
Act one
What the machines think.
Several AI models read the category and place this product — model by model, list by list, over time.
Model by model?
How each AI sees it.
Best on Gemini (avg #6.0), weakest on Perplexity (#17.3) Averaging across the AI panel, Fresh Foam X More v6 sits around #13.2 this snapshot.
Perplexity
#17.3
3 appearances · best #15
Grok
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Didn’t rank Fresh Foam X More v6 this snapshot.
AI Mode
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Claude
Didn’t rank Fresh Foam X More v6 this snapshot.
Footprint?
Every intent it shows up in.
sorted by current rank · weakest: Best Running Shoes for Beginners (#19 of 30)
Rank trajectory?
Weeks of movement.
Act two · ★ new
What the people say.
The same product, judged by the owners who bought and filmed it — what they praise, what they knock, who it's for.
Video reviews?
What reviewers actually say.
AI summary of 5 reviews · as of Jun 2026
Reviewers broadly agree the More v6 is among the softest, most cushioned shoes available for easy runs and all-day wear, with meaningful stability improvements over its predecessor.
What they praise
- Exceptional cushioning and plush ride from the large Fresh Foam X midsole, suited to recovery runs and all-day standing
- Notably improved stability over the previous version via a wider outsole platform and stiffer heel counter
- Roomier toe box with more volume than the prior version, accommodating wider feet
- Available in standard, wide, and extra-wide fits, making it accessible to a broad range of foot shapes
- Comfortable, padded upper with a secure midfoot and heel lockdown
What they knock
- Completely unsuited to faster-paced running — the high stack and soft foam make picking up the pace laborious
- Stretchy laces can cause the fit to feel loose during runs, requiring mid-run adjustments
- Breathability is only adequate; the padded upper can feel warm in hot conditions
- Ride feels slightly firmer than the previous version, which may disappoint buyers expecting identical softness
Synthesised from: Ben Parkes · Elliot Page · kofuzi · Hes Kicks · Flawless Physio | Shoe Reviews
New Balance MORE V6 (100% Honest Review) - Is this the MOST COMFORTABLE running shoe EVER?
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Voice of the street?
What the crowd says in 15 seconds.
The Fresh Foam X More v6 is praised as a maximum-cushion daily trainer with a spacious, padded upper and wide base, ideal for easy runs and recovery, but not designed for faster-paced running.
Creator voice3 short-form clips of the Fresh Foam X More v6 · since Sep ’25 · net +50 leans positiveearly read
What keeps coming up
The clips behind this
The reach test — clips vs views
The loudest gripe barely registers — “Best suited for easy and recovery runs, not faster-paced…” appears in 1 of 3 clips and carried 0% of the views. “Maximum cushioning and comfort for daily activities” reached 0%.
Shows up inEasy and recovery runs×1
Benched against
Brooks Glycerin Max · in 1 clip
More v6 is softer than Glycerin Max
PUMA MagMax 2 · in 1 clip
More v6 is softer than MagMax 2
ASICS Nimbus 28 · in 1 clip
More v6 is a bit firmer than Nimbus 28
“The New Balance More v6 is a super max stack trainer that's best suited to easy and recovery runs. It has a really wide base for support and a gentle rocker to ease you through transitions.”
@rantomalaysia (opens in a new tab) · not sponsored
The crowd emphasizes the shoe's softness and comfort for easy runs, yet reviewers flagged that the ride feels slightly firmer than the previous version—a potential disconnect for buyers expecting identical softness.
as of July 19 · 3 short-form clips?
Act three · ★ new
Do they agree?
Put the machine's rank and the owners' score in one frame, settle it with a verdict, and answer the only question that matters: should you buy it?
The disagreement
Where the juries actually split.
Gemini
#6avg rank
ranks it highest of the panel
Perplexity
#17avg rank
the most sceptical model
critics 4.0/5 sits outside the models' split.
critics 4.0/5Per-model average ranks from this week's panel?
The bottom line
So should you buy it?
The AIs’ #6 pick in Running Shoes. Critics back it at 4.0 / 5.
Find your situation?
Made for some — wrong for others.
Who reviewers think this product is — and isn’t — for
For you if
Look elsewhere if
You need a proven, low-risk shoe backed by strong consensus and a trusted brand.
Mature New Balance line, 692 reviews with broad agreement, settled product with clear strengths; high rating and large sample size signal dependable performance.
You want a shoe that works straight out of the box without fussing over fit or setup.
Designed for all-day comfort and easy runs with minimal configuration; wide/extra-wide options and secure lockdown mean most feet find a ready fit without adjustment.
You demand top-tier execution across comfort, fit, and stability in your running shoe.
High rating (4.6/5, 692 reviews), best-in-class cushioning and stability improvements, wide fit options, and strong consensus; minor breathability trade-off prevents higher score.
You want a well-reviewed, comfortable shoe without overpaying for brand prestige.
Mid-range price (~$160) with strong 4.6/5 rating and broad appeal; excellent cushioning and fit coverage justify the cost, though not a bargain-basement steal.
You value established brand heritage and flagship positioning in your footwear.
New Balance is tier-3 established, but the More v6 is a comfort-focused workhorse, not a prestige flagship; lacks the design cachet or premium positioning of true luxury runners.
You seek a running shoe that delights with design, aesthetics, or sensory craft.
Reviewers praise the plush ride and comfort experience, but focus is purely functional; lacks the design passion or aesthetic distinction that excites enthusiasts. Consider Fresh Foam X 1080v15.
Grounded in our buyer-review, reviewer-video, price and successor signals — a poor fit names a closer pick · as of Aug 4.
Frequent rivals?
What it competes against.
- Paradigm 7AltraNew Balance leads 3–0 · 3 sharedRead
- Phantom 3Topo AthleticNew Balance leads 3–0 · 3 sharedRead
- Cloudmonster 3OnNew Balance leads 3–0 · 3 sharedRead
- Paradigm 8AltraNew Balance leads 3–0 · 3 sharedRead
- Wave Rider 28MizunoNew Balance leads 2–1 · 3 sharedRead
- Cloudmonster 2OnNew Balance leads 2–1 · 3 sharedRead
- Wave Rider 29MizunoNew Balance leads 2–1 · 3 sharedRead
Frequently asked
What buyers want to know.
What is the New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6 best for?
It's built for easy runs, recovery days, and all-day standing or walking. Reviewers say the large Fresh Foam X midsole and plush cushioning suit runners and on-feet workers who prioritize comfort over pace. It's not designed for faster-paced running.
How much softer is the v6 than the v5?
Reviewers disagree on this. One blind-test reviewer found the v6 noticeably softer, while others describe it as somewhat firmer underfoot. Buyers who owned the v4 or v5 commonly report the v6 feels less cushioned by comparison, which has disappointed some who expected identical softness.
Does it come in wide sizes?
Yes. It's available in standard, wide, and extra-wide fits. Reviewers note the wider outsole platform and roomier toe box accommodate broader feet, and the shoe scores 4.6/5 for fit and sizing across 692 buyer reviews.
How stable is the v6, and did stability improve over the v5?
Reviewers note the v6 has improved stability via a wider outsole platform and stiffer heel counter. Buyers rate stability 4.5/5. One reviewer calls the upgrade clear and significant; another describes the change more neutrally, framing the trimmed heel as less flared rather than as a major shift.
Is the breathability good in hot weather?
Breathability is adequate but not a standout. Reviewers note the padded upper can feel warm in hot conditions, and buyers rate this feature at 4.3/5. It's comfortable for most conditions but not marketed as cooling.
Will I need to adjust the fit during a run?
The stretchy laces can cause the fit to feel loose during runs, requiring mid-run adjustments according to reviewers. The upper otherwise offers secure midfoot and heel lockdown, so the lace issue is the main concern.
The recap
Where it stands today.
- PositionBest rank #6 across 3 intents tracked (slipped 5 this week).
- FootprintStrongest in Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet (#6). Weakest in Best Running Shoes for Beginners (#19).
- TraitsMost often described as “maximum cushioning” (3 mentions).
- Closest rivalParadigm 7 (3–0 across 3 shared intents).
- MakerBy New Balance — see how it ranks across other intents on its brand profile.
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