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New Balance 2002R vs New Balance 9060

Get the 2002R. Lighter, arch support, comfy all day, and cheaper. The 9060 is the chunky statement shoe with great wet grip, heavier and warmer.

Our pick
New Balance 2002R sneaker

New Balance 2002R

New Balance 9060 sneaker

New Balance 9060

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Which one is for you?

NB 2002R

Comfort for a whole day out, a classic runner shape, less money? The 2002R.

Is the New Balance 2002R worth it?

NB 9060

The chunky statement look, baggy trousers and grip in the wet: that's the 9060.

Is the New Balance 9060 worth it?

Key differences

NB 2002RNB 9060

Weight

383 gโœ“
427 g

Look

Retro runner
Big and chunky

Support

Arch support
Very stable

Breathability

Averageโœ“
Runs warm

Room at the toes

Narrow (67.2 mm)โœ“
Narrow (65.5 mm)

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How we reached this verdict
Updated 3 Nov 2026How we decide
NB 2002R
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