82Score
CoreScore breakdown
12,400 reviews · 10 expert tests
Comfort79
Durability83
Performance68
Value88
Fit accuracy82
New Balance
550
Basketball heritage. Lifestyle perfection.
streetRemovable insole
Best for
Casual wearBasketball heritage styleEveryday useStreet fashion
Not ideal for
BasketballRunningWide feet
Verdict
The New Balance 550 is a solid heritage basketball in our database, scoring 82/100. It excels for casual wear and basketball heritage style. Most users highlight clean basketball silhouette. The main trade-off: only one width.
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Lab measurements
Weight
360g
UK size 9 men's
Heel drop
8mm
Moderate
Heel stack
22mm
Forefoot stack
14mm
Midsole hardness
42HC
Firm
Energy return
44%
Higher = bouncier
Toebox width
96mm
Breathability
60/100
Outsole grip
76/100
Flexibility
60/100
Heel counter
4/5
Ankle hold
Sustainability
12%
Recycled content
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Fit guide
Sizing specs
SizingTrue to size. Clean basketball-inspired profile.
Size rangeUS 4.5–15
Width optionsD
Arch supportneutral
Removable insoleYes
Orthotic readyYes
Best for
Casual wear
Basketball heritage style
Everyday use
Street fashion
Not ideal for
Basketball
Running
Wide feet
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Price tracker
7-month price history
$110Oct
$105Nov
$94Dec
$110Jan
$100Feb
$110Mar
$103Apr
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Construction
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What people say
What people love
Clean basketball silhouette
Good colourway variety
Comfortable for casual use
Common complaints
Only one width
Not for sport
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