I like New Balance because of their wider widths.(I needed 4E). These  shoes fit true to size & width. I like the metal eyelets. I think that says something of the quality of the shoe. Also i've had surgery on both feet. My foot doc recommeded New Balance shoes. Cost wise i payed 139.00 for these shoes, then just two day after i received them i was on amazon web site and seen the same shoes HALF OFF(I did notice they were not showing a 4E size).That's a kick in the butt.