New Balance Ellipse
New Balance's soft everyday trainer — Fresh Foam X cushioning in a lightly retro-styled package.
Specs
- Weight (g)
- 273
- Drop (mm)
- 8
- Cushioning
- Balanced
- Stability
- Neutral
- Plate
- None
- Surface
- Road
- Price
- Mid
- Lifespan (km)
- 750
- Released
- 2026
Lifespan is our editorial estimate — no manufacturer publishes one — as is any figure the linked source does not state.
Best for
The Ellipse is New Balance's everyday trainer with a retro streak in its styling. A soft Fresh Foam X midsole adds cushioning without adding weight, an engineered mesh upper takes a modern look at classic running design, and reflective details help after dark. It has an 8 mm drop and weighs 273 g.
It suits you if you want a neutral shoe for easy runs that also works for all-day wear. The bouncy, comfortable ride favors regular daily mileage.
It is not a performance shoe, and it is not meant for workouts or races. Partly styled for lifestyle wear, it trades sharpness and specialist features for comfort, and it stays an everyday shoe rather than a training tool.