Head-to-head · Best Men's Wide Walking Shoes

Brooks Addiction Walker 2 vs New Balance 928v3

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Brooks Addiction Walker 2 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.3 vs 4.2). The gap is mostly about Men who stand all day on hard or slick floors and need maximum structured support, especially with flat feet, overpronation, or plantar fasciitis. — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Men's Wide Walking Shoes

Brooks Addiction Walker 2

4.3

1 source$139.95as of Aug 1

For all-day standing and structured support, the Brooks Addiction Walker 2 is the best shoe here. RunRepeat scored it 85/100 and says 'very few shoes offer as much support,' and Zappos buyers rate it 4.2/5 across more than 1,800 reviews. A full-grain leather upper, a slip-resistant SATRA-certified outsole, and a firm motion-control build make it a staple for nurses, service workers, and anyone with flat feet or plantar fasciitis. It comes in Wide (2E) and Extra Wide (4E). Expect weight, stiffness, and an old-school look.

Strengths

— Exceptional structured support — RunRepeat says very few shoes offer as much, ideal for flat feet and severe overpronation
— Offered in Medium (D), Wide (2E), and Extra Wide (4E), with a durable full-grain leather upper
— Slip-resistant outsole (SATRA TM144 certified) makes it a favorite for nurses and service workers on slick floors

Watch-outs

— Heavy at about 13.7 oz and stiff out of the box, with a roughly one-week break-in
— Full-grain leather upper is not breathable and overheats in warm climates
— Dated, orthopedic 'work shoe' look in basic colors

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Ranked #3 in Best Men's Wide Walking Shoes

New Balance 928v3

4.2

1 sourceall derived$159.95as of Aug 1

The New Balance 928v3 is the pick for the widest feet and serious motion control. It is a genuine walking shoe in an exceptional width range, up to 6E, with ROLLBAR stability posting, a deep SL-2 last that swallows orthotics, and a reputation as one of the most podiatrist-recommended shoes for problem feet. Zappos buyers rate it 4.1/5, and it is built for long shifts on hard floors. The trade-offs are real: heavy, warm, and decidedly old-school looking.

Strengths

— Among the widest sizing of any walking shoe — offered in B, D, 2E, 4E, and 6E for truly wide and extra-wide feet
— Purpose-built walking shoe with ROLLBAR motion control for overpronation and a guided, stable stride
— SL-2 last gives a deeper, wider toe box and high instep that easily fits orthotics, swelling, and high arches

Watch-outs

— Heavy at about 15.5 oz — noticeably more than the foam-based walkers here, which can cause fatigue on brisk outings
— Conservative, orthopedic styling that looks dated next to modern walkers
— Leather upper traps heat and is only splash-resistant, so it runs warm and dries slowly

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How they stack up

Brooks Addiction Walker 2

The most work-ready shoe here, with a slip-resistant outsole and leather upper the running-style picks lack. Its motion control is comparable to the New Balance 928v3, though the 928v3 goes wider (up to 6E). It is firmer and far less cushioned than the HOKA Bondi 9 or Brooks Ghost Max 2 — a deliberate choice for support over softness.

New Balance 928v3

The widest-fitting and most stability-focused walker here — it goes up to 6E where the HOKA Bondi 9 and Brooks Ghost Max 2 stop at 4E. It is heavier and far less plush than those foam shoes, trading modern cushioning for guided motion control. For similar structured support with a slip-resistant work outsole, the Brooks Addiction Walker 2 is the close alternative.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Brooks Addiction Walker 2	New Balance 928v3
Weight	13.7 oz (388 g)	15.5 oz (439 g)
Heel-to-toe drop	12 mm	12 mm
Cushioning	BioMoGo DNA midsole	ABZORB midsole + removable PU footbed
Support	Motion control	ROLLBAR motion control
Width options	D (Medium), 2E (Wide), 4E (Extra Wide)	B, D, 2E, 4E, 6E
Upper	Full-grain leather	Full-grain leather
Outsole	Slip-resistant rubber (SATRA TM144)	Walking Strike Path rubber
Best use	All-day standing, work floors	All-day walking, work floors
Dimensions	10 x 15 x 6 inches; 2.3 Pounds	—

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