Running Shoes
October 31, 2025
9 min read
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v12: Plush Perfection
The 1080v12 delivers cloud-like comfort with Fresh Foam X technology in our 350-mile durability test.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v12
by New Balance
$149.99
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Overall Rating
Fresh Foam X Innovation
New Balance's Fresh Foam X technology delivers the softest, most comfortable ride in their lineup, making the 1080v12 ideal for easy runs and recovery.
Roomy Comfort
The generous toe box accommodates wider feet better than most running shoes, while the plush interior provides all-day comfort.
Recovery Run Specialist
The ultra-soft cushioning makes this shoe perfect for recovery runs and easy-paced training, though it lacks the responsiveness for faster work.
✓ Pros
- • Incredibly soft cushioning
- • Roomy toe box
- • Great for recovery runs
- • Durable outsole
✗ Cons
- • Too soft for fast running
- • Heavy
- • Limited responsiveness
Tags
max cushioning
recovery runs
wide feet
comfort