The New Balance 1080 line of running shoes has been a go-to option for people seeking a comfortable daily trainer in recent years, and I’ve rated the past couple of models of the 1080 as great options for new runners in particular.
Brands tend to play it safe with their most popular shoes and only make incremental updates to them, but the New Balance 1080v15 is a big change from the New Balance 1080v14 thanks to a brand-new midsole foam called Infinion.
The New Balance 1080v15 is a lighter and more impressive daily trainer than its predecessor thanks to this new midsole, but some of the best running shoes available come in a little cheaper. My colleague Jessica Downey and I have been racking up the miles in the shoe over the past few weeks. Here’s our full New Balance 1080v15 review.
New Balance 1080v15 review: Price & availability
The New Balance 1080v15 will launch globally on 15 January 2026. It costs $170 / £170, which is a small price rise on the 1080v14, which cost $165 / £160 at launch and can now be found in sales fairly regularly.
While premium cushioned running shoes have become very expensive in recent years, this price still makes the New Balance 1080v15 one of the pricier daily trainers we've tested in 2025.
New Balance 1080v15 review: Design & fit
I tested the white color of the New Balance 1080v15 for our review, while Jess was lucky enough to try the bright lime green shoe, which is certainly distinctive. We’d suggest sticking to your normal running shoe size with the 1080v15.
The 1080v15 has dropped in weight compared to the 1080v14, with the new shoe weighing 9.2oz in my US men’s size 9.5, compared to 10.1oz in the same size for the 1080v14. I’ve tried the last five models of the 1080, and this is the lightest one yet.
It has a stack height of 40mm at the heel and 34mm at the…