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New Balance 928v3 vs Skechers GOwalk Arch Fit

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

The short answer

Skechers GOwalk Arch Fit comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.2 vs 4.4). The gap is mostly about Budget-conscious buyers who want plush cushioning, easy slip-on convenience, and a roomy wide or extra-wide fit for everyday walking and standing. — read the strengths below before deciding.

New Balance 928v3
Ranked #3 in Best Men's Wide Walking Shoes
New Balance 928v3
$159.95as of Jul 5

The New Balance 928v3 is the pick for the widest feet and serious motion control. It is a genuine walking shoe offered 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: it is heavy, runs warm, and looks decidedly old-school.

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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Skechers GOwalk Arch Fit
Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Men's Wide Walking Shoes
Skechers GOwalk Arch Fit
$58.45as of Jul 5

The Skechers GOwalk Arch Fit is the best value in the category and the most-reviewed shoe on this list — a 4.5-star Amazon average across more than 6,000 ratings, usually under $70. It pairs Skechers' removable, podiatrist-designed Arch Fit insole with a plush ULTRA GO foam midsole, and it comes in Standard, Wide, and X-Wide (4E), so size 11 wide feet are covered. The stretch-fit slip-on is effortless to put on and machine washable. The trade-offs are a lace-free fit and some owner reports of the sole liner wearing over time.

Strengths
  • — Outstanding value — a 4.5-star Amazon average across more than 6,000 ratings, typically well under $70
  • — Sold in Standard, Wide, and X-Wide (4E), and the size 11 extra-wide build is a real SKU
  • — Removable podiatrist-designed Arch Fit insole that flat- and wide-footed buyers say rivals custom orthotics
Watch-outs
  • — Slip-on, lace-free fit gives less lockdown and adjustability than a laced shoe
  • — Owners commonly report the inner sole liner peeling or wearing after a few months
  • — Standard width runs tight for some feet — you need the Wide or X-Wide build
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How they stack up

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.

Skechers GOwalk Arch Fit

The best value here by a wide margin and the most-reviewed shoe on the list, but it gives up the structured motion control of the New Balance 928v3 and Brooks Addiction Walker 2 and the cushioning refinement of the HOKA Bondi 9. It is a slip-on built for easy everyday comfort, not a locked-down support shoe.

Specs side-by-side

SpecNew Balance 928v3Skechers GOwalk Arch Fit
Weight15.5 oz (439 g)—
WidthB, D, 2E, 4E, 6EStandard, Wide, X-Wide (4E)
CushioningABZORB midsole + removable PU footbedULTRA GO foam midsole
Upper MaterialFull-grain leatherBreathable engineered mesh
OutsoleWalking Strike Path rubberTraction rubber
Heel-to-Toe Drop12 mm—
Best UseAll-day walking, work floorsEveryday walking, all-day standing
SupportROLLBAR motion controlArch Fit
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