What AI says about New Balance
Data as of Oct 25, 2026Based on 3,046 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
Mentioned in
9%
of AI answers about New Balance and its rivals · since Jul 5
The market map
Supportive Non-Slip Work ShoesMentioned in
- 1HOKAMentioned in 61%Avg. position 4.0
- 1DanskoMentioned in 58%Avg. position 5.9
- 3CrocsMentioned in 38%Avg. position 5.3
- 3Brooks RunningMentioned in 37%Avg. position 5.5
- 5SkechersMentioned in 34%Avg. position 5.0
- 6Shoes For CrewsMentioned in 23%Avg. position 5.3
- 7New BalanceMentioned in 17%Avg. position 6.6
- 7BirkenstockMentioned in 17%Avg. position 5.4
- 7GoCloveMentioned in 15%Avg. position 5.2
- 10OrthofeetMentioned in 13%Avg. position 6.4
- 10Dr. Scholl'sMentioned in 10%Avg. position 6.5
- 12AsicsMentioned in 9%Avg. position 6.8
- 12SnibbsMentioned in 8%Avg. position 5.4
- 12KURU FootwearMentioned in 8%Avg. position 6.3
Where New Balance ranks in AI
MarketRank · Mentioned in
- Supportive Non-Slip Work Shoes#7 · 17%
- Wide-Fit Women's Footwear#2 · 33%
- Sports Footwear and Basketball Gear#4 · 32%
- Unique Gift Ideas#9 · 1%
- Comfortable Men's Dress Casual Shoes#12 · 7%
- Sportswear, Socks & Outerwear#14 · 2%
- Merino Wool Socks & Base Layers#92 · <1%
- Premium Comfort Sandals and Flip-Flops#98 · <1%
- Online Men's Apparel and Suiting#129 · <1%
- Men's Golf and Casual Wear#206 · <1%
Topics where AI mentions New Balance
TopicMentioned in · on this topicRank
- Comfortable standing footwearSupportive Non-Slip Work Shoes46%Rank #3
- Plantar fasciitis work shoesSupportive Non-Slip Work Shoes35%Rank #5
- Standing on hard floors all daySupportive Non-Slip Work Shoes25%Rank #5
- High arch support footwearSupportive Non-Slip Work Shoes18%Rank #5
- Slip-resistant work shoesSupportive Non-Slip Work Shoes9%Rank #13
- Mentioned in
- What are the absolute best, most supportive shoes for a Registered Nurse (RN) who is on their feet for 12-hour shifts?on this question55%
Excerpts where New Balance appeared in the AI's answer
ChatGPT SearchSep 20, 2026, ChatGPT Search Podiatry guidance and nurse-tested roundups consistently point toward HOKA, Brooks, ASICS, and New Balance
ChatGPT SearchSep 12, 2026, ChatGPT Search Best wide-foot option: New Balance 1080/928 — especially worth considering if you need 2E–4E widths.
- Dress shoes for clinical workSupportive Non-Slip Work Shoes2%Rank #15
- Extra-wide footwear with arch supportWide-Fit Women's Footwear100%Rank #1
- Casual footwear for jeans and chinosComfortable Men's Dress Casual Shoes16%Rank #2
- Running shoes for flat feet
- Basketball shoes for sports
- Running shoes
- Budget running shoes under $100
- Training shoes
- Men's underwear purchase
- Men's hoodies
- Mentioned in
- I am struggling to find shoes that fit my wide feet. Who specializes in extra-wide footwear with arch support?on this question100%
Excerpts where New Balance appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeOct 21, 2026, Google AI Mode New Balance : Offers many of their most popular running and walking shoes in dedicated Wide (2E) and Extra Wide (4E) sizes with robust stability and arch tech.
ChatGPT SearchOct 21, 2026, ChatGPT Search New Balance A strong starting point for walking shoes and everyday sneakers.
- I have wide feet. Which shoe brand offers the best selection of stylish shoes in wide sizes?on this question84%
Excerpts where New Balance appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 23, 2026, Google AI Mode New Balance — If you are looking for lifestyle sneakers that lean into current retro-chic and "dad shoe" streetwear trends, they offer one of the most robust selections of extended wide and extra-wide sizing.
ChatGPT SearchSep 23, 2026, ChatGPT Search New Balance — If you're looking for sneakers, it has one of the broadest width selections, with many models available in 2E and 4E.
- What are the best affordable running shoes under $100?on this question50%
Excerpts where New Balance appeared in the AI's answer
ChatGPT SearchSep 15, 2026, ChatGPT Search Best for walking + running: New Balance Fresh Foam Arishi v4 — ~$60–70 on sale
ChatGPT SearchJul 13, 2026, ChatGPT Search Look for last year's versions of higher-end shoes (such as ASICS Novablast, Brooks Ghost, or New Balance Fresh Foam models)
- What is the best pair of running shoes?on this question35%
Excerpts where New Balance appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeOct 22, 2026, Google AI Mode New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 (such as the recent v14/v15 iterations) is a go-to neutral daily trainer
Google AI ModeSep 19, 2026, Google AI Mode Best Daily Trainer: New Balance 1080 v15 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. offers max plush cushioning for everyday road miles.
How AI describes New Balance
Common descriptions
supportive · plush cushioning · excellent · cushioned · gold standard · highly recommended
Tone of AI’s statements about New Balance
- Positive61%
- Neutral37%
- Mixed1%
- Negative<1%
Question: What is the best pair of running shoes?
Google AI ModeOct 22, 2026
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 (such as the recent v14/v15 iterations) is a go-to neutral daily trainer
Google AI ModeSep 19, 2026
Best Daily Trainer: New Balance 1080 v15 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. offers max plush cushioning for everyday road miles.
Google AI ModeAsk Google AI Mode yourself (opens in a new tab)ChatGPT SearchAsk ChatGPT yourself (opens in a new tab)
Question: I am struggling to find shoes that fit my wide feet. Who specializes in extra-wide footwear with arch support?
ChatGPT SearchOct 21, 2026
New Balance A strong starting point for walking shoes and everyday sneakers.
ChatGPT SearchAsk ChatGPT yourself (opens in a new tab)Google AI ModeAsk Google AI Mode yourself (opens in a new tab)
Where AI mentions New Balance
Position in answers
- Named first8%
- 2nd or 3rd30%
- Later62%
Each engine’s share of its own answers across New Balance’s markets · since Jul 5
- ChatGPT Search21%
- Google AI Mode12%
Insights for New Balance
Since Jul 5
Gap between platforms: The platform gap for New Balance in Supportive Non-Slip Work Shoes narrowed to 15 points, ChatGPT Search ahead
ChatGPT SearchChatGPT Search25%Google AI ModeGoogle AI Mode10%
Compare New Balance
Sources AI cites
newbalance.com 3%Other sites 97%
- 15%
- Wide Feet Shoes Recommendations 2026 | DPM · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Wide Shoes for Orthotics 2026 | Podiatrist Guide | Balance Foot & Ankle MI · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Shoes for Wide Feet 2026: Podiatrist-Recommended | DPM · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Shoes for Laboratory Technicians and Clinical Lab | DPM · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Shoes for Standing All Day 2026 | Balance Foot & Ankle · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Shoes for Wide Feet 2026 | Podiatrist Recommendations · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Shoes for Wide Feet 2026: DPM Picks | DPM · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet 2026 | Podiatrist-Tested · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Shoes for Arthritis: Podiatrist Guide 2025 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Shoes for Flat Feet 2026: Stability & Support Guide · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 10%
- 7 Best Basketball Shoes in 2026 | RunRepeat · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Running Shoes in 2026 | RunRepeat · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Shoes For Nurses in 2026 | RunRepeat · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Shoes For Walking And Standing All Day in 2026 | RunRepeat · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Cheap Running Shoes in 2026 | RunRepeat · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Running Shoes For Flat Feet in 2026 | RunRepeat · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 6 Basketball Shoes With The Best Shock Absorption in 2026 | RunRepeat · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Cushioned New Balance Running Shoes in 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 6 Best Outdoor Basketball Shoes in 2026 | RunRepeat · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Running Shoes For Walking in 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 4%
- Best Shoes For High Arches · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Nike Pegasus 40 Review | BEST Budget BEGINNER Running Shoe? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Stability Shoes for Walking and Standing All Day (Avoid ... · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Wide Shoes 2026 by a Foot Specialist · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Top 5 BEST Orthopedic Shoes of (2026) | Don't Buy Until ... · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- How to Buy Gifts for People Who Don't Want Anything · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 6 Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet - Top Support Shoes · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- The ONLY Heel Pain Shoes You Need! Plantar Fasciitis & ... · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- New Balance 990v6 MADE IN USA (Mindful Grey/Bone) | Unboxing + How to Style · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- THE 10 BEST RUNNING SHOES FOR WIDE FEET IN 2026 (in every category) · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 4%
- Running/daily shoes under $100 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- what are your go-to shoes for long shifts? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Good running shoes recommendation? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Recs for work shoes for very wide feet? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- What Shoes For 12 Hour Shifts? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best shoes/clogs · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Where do you guys get shoes for your toddlers? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Where do you buy their shoes from? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Stylish wide width sneakers · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Favorite running shoes under $100 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 4%
- The 6 Best Affordable Running Shoes in 2026 · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- The 8 Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet in 2026 - Shoes for Flat-Footed Runners · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- New Balance Fresh Foam 680v9 - Cheap Running Shoes 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- This Plush New Balance Trainer Is Just $60 on Amazon Right Now · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Owned3%
- Shoes, Sneakers, & Athletic Wear - New Balance · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Wide Width Sneakers - New Balance · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Men's Wide Width Shoes - New Balance · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Fresh Foam X 1540 v4 Made in USA - New Balance · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Fresh Foam X 1540 v4 Made in USA - New Balance · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Fresh Foam X 1540 v4 Made in USA - New Balance · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Women's Wide Width Shoes - New Balance · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 3%
- Best Shoe Brands for Wide Feet: 2026 Guide – FitVille · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Comfortable Work Shoes 2026: Comfort-First Buyer's Guide – FitVille · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Women's Shoe Brands 2026: The Use-Case Guide – FitVille · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Wide Nursing Shoes for 12-Hour Shifts: 2026 Guide (2E / 4E Widths That Actually Survive a Full Day) – FitVille · <1% (opens in a new tab)
The page AI cites most for New Balance
