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1080 v9

1080 v9
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road
Very good (83/100)

Shoe details

Weight
10 oz
Release
2018 Q4
MSRP
$150
Stack Height
30mm heel - 22mm toe
Drop Height
8mm

Ratings & Reviews

Very good (83/100)

Based on product-line history, external ratings, and runner reviews.
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Scores better than 75% of all shoes.

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Rating breakdown

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The darker band shows the central rating range. The lighter band shows a wider range of reasonable outcomes. More reviews for this shoe usually narrow both bands.

Overall

Very good (83/100)

Overall rating

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

Better Shoes Rating

Very good (83/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 75% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

Cushioning

Exceptional (98/100)

Cushioning rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Exceptional (98/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 98% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

Comfort

Very good (90/100)

Comfort rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Very good (90/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 88% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Appearance

Very good (88/100)

Appearance rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Very good (88/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 84% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

Durability

Good (75/100)

Durability rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Good (75/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 54% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

Value

Below average (52/100)

Value rating

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

Better Shoes Rating

Below average (52/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 2% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

32%

7/22

Prefer this shoe over another.

Reviewers said this shoe was better than another shoe they ran in.

All Running Shoes

Scores better than 75% of 2,617 running shoes.

Very good

Daily Trainers

Scores better than 71% of 1,872 daily trainers.

71%

New Balance

Scores better than 84% of 255 New Balance shoes.

84%

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Popular shoe among LetsRun.com readers.
  • Rated among the top 25% of shoes overall.
  • Rated among the top 5% of shoes on cushioning.
  • Rated above average on durability.

Cons

  • Rated below average on comfort.

Compared to other shoes

See how this shoe compares to others like it.

New Balance 1080 v9
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
1080 v9
Fresh Foam X 1080v14
SUPERBLAST 2
Current shoe
Reference shoe
Newest
Best overall / Best comfort / Best cushioning
Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
10 oz M
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—
Stack
30/22mm
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—
Drop
8mm
—
7mm
Release
2018 Q4
2025 Newest
2024 Q2
MSRP
$150 Lower MSRP
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$200
Best price
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$149.99
Ratings
Overall
Good (75%)
Above average (63%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Very good (88%)
Very good (85%)
Exceptional (99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Exceptional (98%)
Very good (89%)
Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Average (54%)
Above average (67%)
Exceptional (99%) Best durability
Appearance
Very good (84%)
Average (52%)
Exceptional (98%) Best appearance
Value
Bottom tier (2%)
Below average (30%)
Very good (86%) Best value
Specific shoe

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Reader Ratings

22 reader ratings

Review a shoe

Showing 1–5 of 20 written reviews

Comfort For The Roads

Anonymous runner · Dec 28, 2019

5/5

Overall

I returned to running after 4 year lay off through health issues. Put on some extra poundage so looked around to see what would provide some cushioning. Prior to health issues ran in Nike Pegasus, however found the 1080's to be at least as good. Plus the added bonus that NB offer various width fittings (D, 2E & 4E). If you have wider feet this is a massive bonus. Fit is excellent, you are conscious of the cushioning without it feeling like running on marshmallows! Thus far only running about 10 miles a week (and slow) however had then over a month now with no issues and will be looking for another pair in the sales to rotate with.
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

Good for big-ish runners

Anonymous runner · Oct 17, 2019

4/5

Overall

I am 6'5 and 190lbs with 14 feet, I am big-ish but not hugely heavy. I need a shoe that has a wide enough toe box but not a super wide heel. This shoe has good cushion and comfort for longer runs if you are not looking for tons of speed but good long distance training. I am currently at about 250 miles and they are holding up pretty well. I would recommend for a distance trainer and for people who need more room in the toe box without getting a wide size.
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5

Does a good job

Anonymous runner · Aug 12, 2019

5/5

Overall

Holds up even into the 600 mile range when I forget to replace shoes. Has a better heel than previous versions and feels lighter. One of the few shoes that are consistently available in 4E width as well which is a huge help
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

1080 falls a bit flat

Anonymous runner · Jul 30, 2019

4/5

Overall

The shoe is really cushioned, however I don’t feel like I’m getting enough response from it. Really naturally wide so show lost form after a while, however durability for midsole and outsole is good. Feel like heel slips with the mesh back.
Comfort
3/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
3/5
Value
4/5

Reader review

Anonymous runner · Jul 26, 2019

5/5

Overall

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5