New Balance 880 15
Road Daily Trainer

New Balance 880 15

A maximal, rockered daily trainer built for stability and comfort over speed, the 880 v15 delivers a firmer ride with pronounced rocker geometry and a wider platform, though its stiff construction and aggressive toe guard may require a break-in period or half-size adjustment.

"best 880 I've had" — Run Moore
Physical blueprint

Where this shoe sits

Weight 281 g
Heel stack 38.0 mm
Drop 6.0 mm
Cushioning High

Best for

Daily TrainingRecovery & EasyLong Runs
Suits Heel, Midfoot strikers
Pronation Neutral
Surface Road

Specifications

Weight (M9)
281g (9.9 oz)
Stack (Heel)
38.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
32.0 mm
Drop
6.0 mm
Midsole
Fresh Foam X (EVA-based)
Outsole
NDurance rubber
Upper
One-piece engineered mesh
Lacing
Traditional

Fit Profile

Length
True To Size
Forefoot Width
Wide
Midfoot Width
Average
Heel Width
Narrow
Lockdown
Good
Toe Box
Average
Sizing
True To Size

Ride Characteristics

Cushioning
High
Feel
Firm Responsive
Energy Return
Low
Stability
Neutral
Rocker
Aggressive
Transition
Aggressive Forward
Bounce
Muted

Durability

Outsole
Above Average

Expert reviews · 2 reviewers · grouped per channel

DO
Doctors of Running Youtube

The firmest and most structured of the three, the 880 v15 offers excellent stability for a neutral shoe with a pronounced rocker geometry, best durability, and a wide but low-volume fit, though its stiff heel counter may not suit everyone.

Best for: Runners wanting a structured, stable neutral trainer or those on their feet all day who prefer a firmer rocker ride

50 miles tested · source
+3 earlier reviews from Doctors of Running

A more maximal, firmer and more stable-neutral daily trainer than the 1080, with a stiffer rocker forefoot — better for runners needing stability and forefoot room.

Best for: Runners wanting a maximal, firmer, more stable daily trainer with an aggressive rocker.

40 miles tested · source

A much more maximal, rockered and stable-neutral daily trainer than v14 — heavier and stiffer, with more cushioning but a similar firm underfoot feel.

Best for: Runners wanting a maximal, rockered daily trainer with more cushioning and stable-neutral support.

A firmer, stable, rockered maximal daily trainer that rolls comfortably for long easy miles and walking, but isn't built for speed.

Best for: Runners wanting a stable, rockered maximal-feeling trainer for long easy miles, standing, and walking.

40 miles tested · source
RM
Run Moore Youtube

The best 880 yet — meaningfully more plush, stable and better-fitting than v14, though the added weight and maximal feel make it more of a comfort/walk-around trainer than a go-to running shoe.

Best for: Everyday cushioned daily wear and easy mileage for neutral runners or mild pronators who want a stable-neutral cushioned trainer.

Where it sits among similar shoes

Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.

Weight · lower = lighter Men's size 9
New Balance 880 15
281g
Adidas Supernova Rise 3
264g
ASICS Gel-Kayano 32
298g
On Cloudmonster Hyper 3
264g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning mm
New Balance 880 15
38.0mm
Adidas Supernova Rise 3
36.0mm
ASICS Gel-Kayano 32
40.0mm
On Cloudmonster Hyper 3
46.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning mm
New Balance 880 15
6.0mm
Adidas Supernova Rise 3
8.0mm
ASICS Gel-Kayano 32
8.0mm
On Cloudmonster Hyper 3
6.0mm

New Balance 880 15

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Last updated 2026-05-05