Greatest Sneaker Brands of All Time
New Balance or Converse
Pick Your Favorite
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Why This Battle Matters
What happens when a street classic meets a marathon favorite? In the sneaker realm, Converse and New Balance stand as icons, but for starkly different reasons. Converse, draped in rock-and-roll rebellion and immortalized by basketball legends, serves as the canvas of youth and creativity. In contrast, New Balance, with its meticulous engineering and understated style, courts a demographic that values performance and subtle sophistication. This battle isn't just about which brand makes a better sneaker; it's a clash of cultures, a decision between flaunting heritage and endorsing innovation. Which value speaks more to you—the audacity of iconic Chuck Taylors or the quiet confidence of a 990v5?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Converse over New Balance when it comes to the greatest Sneaker Brands of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Converse 72.7% of the time over New Balance.
Across all battles:
Converse win rate: 54.2%
New Balance win rate: 55.5%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender in the Greatest Sneaker Brands of All Time league?
Nike is leading the pack in this league. You can check them out on the GOAT List.
What makes New Balance so popular despite trailing behind Converse?
New Balance has a loyal fanbase that's all about comfort and understated style. They're known for quality and a commitment to craftsmanship, which really appeals to sneakerheads who prize practicality alongside aesthetics.
Why is Converse winning by so much in this matchup?
Converse is crushing it probably because of that classic, old school vibe everyone loves. They've been around forever and those Chuck Taylors? Iconic. Fans just resonate with their rich history and timeless style.