Aug 24, 2026
Great price
we bought the brown ones and they are so awesome! my son is super happy!
Anonymous
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Kids' 997H Sneaker
New Balance
Baby, Little Kid, Toddler
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Details & care
Blending comfort and style, these kids' retro sneakers are made with a lightweight mesh accented upper to keep little feet feeling cool and comfy all day long, perfect for everyday adventures.
- Lace-up style
- Textile and synthetic upper and lining/rubber sole
- Imported
- Item #10443638
- Core Product ID 333333HD8N
Size info
- M(medium)=D, W(wide)=2E, XW(x-wide)=4E.
- Baby: 1=0-3 mos., 2=3-6 mos., 3=6-9 mos., 4=9-12 mos., Walker: 12-24 mos., Toddler: 2-4 yrs., Little Kid: 4-8 yrs., Big Kid: 8-12 yrs.
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(36)364.2 out of 5
Fit: True to size
Width: True to width
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Mar 16, 2026
Disappointing Quality
The eyelet broke after two weeks. I am returning them.
CindyM.
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New Balance US response
We’re sorry to hear the eyelet broke after such a short time. That’s not the quality we aim to deliver, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Our Customer Care team can assist with your return and help explore a replacement or alternative option.
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Aug 24, 2026
Great price
we bought the brown ones and they are so awesome! my son is super happy!
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Anonymous
Mar 16, 2026
Disappointing Quality
The eyelet broke after two weeks. I am returning them.
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New Balance US response
We’re sorry to hear the eyelet broke after such a short time. That’s not the quality we aim to deliver, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Our Customer Care team can assist with your return and help explore a replacement or alternative option.
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CindyM.
Feb 16, 2026
Kid Shows
Nice shoes. A little bulky for my toddler transitioning into a kid. Next step is teaching them to tie laces
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Case W.
Feb 14, 2026
Staple for our active kid
These shoes are great for an active boy. Comfortable right out of the box. Very durable. This is our second pair and will be a staple in our house with our growing boy. Good price point as well. My only critique is the laces seem a bit short for double knotting, but it’s an easy fix.
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BluJ
Jan 11, 2026
Great shoe!
Great shoe for my elementary age daughter. Color is adorable and I love that they have a wide size option. Comfort and quality are excellent.
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Bec24
Nov 7, 2025
Weird shape
I’m sure this is a great shoe but not sure how this pair passed quality control. One shoe was rounded, the other shoe was somehow square shaped.
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Vee K
Sept 9, 2025
Disappointed
Poor quality, fades quickly, looks like lent is all over them due to the leather, and white paint comes off quickly.
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M.Luna
Sept 9, 2025
Will def buy again
Solid shoe for my 6yr old with really wide feet. For reals he’s 75 lbs and a thick boy and these are great while still looking sporty.
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Mae K
Sept 8, 2025
Great Buy!
Amazing shoe! Great buy! I would definitely buy these again. My grandson loved them. They fit nicely on his feet. Comfort all day long!
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Grandma Gigi
Sept 1, 2025
Fly
My loves his sneakers. They're comfortable and stylish.
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Shanellbest
Aug 25, 2025
Vibrant Colors
They are the cutest little shoes. My 6 year old picked them out and he was so happy when they arrived. He wore them on the first day of school and looked absolutely handsome! Great purchase.
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BoyX5MoM
Aug 24, 2025
Good for wide feet
My daughter has wide feet and didn’t like wearing shoes and now will not take these off.
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Candice C.