New Balance Hesi Low V2
Released 9/2024, Low Top,
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8.4
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
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USER RATING
0 ratings
The New Balance Hesi Low V2 is a definite improvement compared to the V1 because of the traction and cushioning.
Best Suitable For:
This shoe is best for lighter, nimbler players.
Price Comparison:
Available at 3 shops | Official Retail Price: $109.99
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Weight & Sizing:
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Sizing:
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Width:
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
New Balance Hesi Low V2 |  Nike KD 15 |  Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Puma MB.01 Lo |  Nike Lebron 20 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.4 | 9.0(0.6) | 8.4(0.0) | 8.9(0.5) | 8.9(0.5) | 8.8(0.4) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.2 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 8.7 | 9.2 | |
| Best Price | $109.99 | $112.97 $150 | $130 $150 | $225 | $49.99 $120 | $159.99 $200 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 370g - 390g | NA | NA | NA | 390g - 410g |
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New Balance Hesi Low V2 Review
Pros:
Amazing traction performance
Impressive impact protection
Cons:
The soft upper can affect the containment
Snug toebox
Performance of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
New Balance makes much-needed improvements on the Hesi Low line with the V2.
Reviewers agree the traction performance is tacky and grippy, especially on clean courts. The outsole is one of the shoe's best features.
The full-length FuelCell midsole is soft and comfortable. The impact protection feels better than the last model.
The materials are nothing special, but they feel comfortable.
Support and lockdown are also solid. Reviewers like the heel counter and the inclusion of the midfoot shank.
The New Balance Hesi Low V2 is one of the best low-cost options. The traction and cushioning are the shining features.
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Expert Reviews of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
Expert Rating: 8.4 (ranks #144 of 330)
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7 - Average
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8.6
September 21, 2024
The New Balance Hesi Low V2 is an impressive shoe for the price. The traction, materials, and cushioning are all solid. This shoe is a definite improvement from the V1.
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8.6
September 21, 2024
The New Balance Hesi Low V2 is one of the best affordable performers of the year. It hits a solid price point, has excellent traction, and has impressive cushioning.
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8.4
September 21, 2024
The New Balance Hesi Low V2 is a minimal shoe with soft and comfortable cushioning. I enjoyed playing in this shoe thanks to the traction.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The New Balance Hesi Low V2 offers plenty of performance for your money. It's low to the ground, and the grip is solid. I like how streamlined the setup feels.
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User Reviews of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
No user reviews so far
Traction of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.5 (ranks #15 of 330)
User Traction Rating: NA
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9.0
September 21, 2024
The traction performs very well. The grip is impressive, and the performance holds up on dust, too.
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10.0
September 21, 2024
The traction performance is amazing. It's one of the best of the year so far.
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10.0
September 21, 2024
The traction performance is phenomenal. It's top-tier.
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9.0
September 21, 2024
The grip is fairly tacky and I felt confident in this pair on clean courts.
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Cushion of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.8 (ranks #104 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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9.0
September 21, 2024
The full-length FuelCell is also nice. It's comfortable and has lots of impact protection.
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9.0
September 21, 2024
I'm pleasantly surprised with the cushioning. The FuelCell is softer and bouncier than last year.
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9.0
September 21, 2024
The FuelCell is extremely soft, and I like the court feel. There's also plenty of impact protection under the heel. I like the balance for the price.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The midsole is lightweight with a strong midfoot shank. It's an airy and nimble FuelCell setup.
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Materials of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.8 (ranks #253 of 330)
User Materials Rating: NA
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The textile upper does a good job performance-wise. It's adequately padded and comfortable.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The material is a simple mesh. It gets the job done and conforms to your movements well.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The upper materials are comfortable. It conforms to your foot nicely.
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7.0
September 21, 2024
I do not like the setup with the runner's knot eyelets. The upper is comfortable, but moisture retention can be an issue.
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Support of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #229 of 330)
User Support Rating: NA
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9.0
September 21, 2024
The support feels pretty damn good. Your heel is locked in, and the containment is solid.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
I like the heel counter and midfoot shank plate.
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7.0
September 21, 2024
Torsional support feels good. I had a minor issue with the lateral containment because of the soft upper.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
There's no heel slippage. The rear foot is incredibly stable and locked down. I didn't notice any instability.
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Fit of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #213 of 330)
User Fit Rating: NA
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The material breaks in well, and the fit feels comfortable.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
There's nothing special about the fit. It feels good.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The fit felt snug.
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8.0
September 21, 2024
The fit is glovelike. There is a heavy inward tilt, and the length is slightly short.
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Durability of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 33.3 (ranks #167 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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no
September 21, 2024
The rubber feels better for indoor play.
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fair
September 21, 2024
The grooves are deep enough for outdoor play.
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fair
September 21, 2024
This outsole is not bad on outdoor courts, but I would keep these indoors.
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Width of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
3
slightly wide
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very wide
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regularly wide
September 21, 2024
The upper accommodates width well.
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regularly wide
September 21, 2024
The width is spacious enough.
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regularly wide
September 21, 2024
2E feet can go true to size for a performance fit or up half a size for a roomier fit.
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Size of the New Balance Hesi Low V2:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
4
slightly long
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very long
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true to size
September 21, 2024
The Hesi Low V2 runs true to size.
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true to size
September 21, 2024
I suggest going true to size.
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true to size
September 21, 2024
Go true to size for a snug fit.
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true to size
September 21, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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