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Collecting sneakers is more popular now than ever before, but that doesn’t change the fact that it can be an expensive hobby, especially when looking at the ridiculous resale prices some sneakers sell for online. Part of that is because of the age-old saying that cool sneakers aren’t cheap and cheap sneakers aren’t cool. But that’s not necessarily true.

Not everyone can afford to constantly pay upwards of $200 for the newest sneaker release, especially when there are multiple hyped silhouettes dropping on a weekly basis. It's also not necessary to do so, there are a bunch of top-tier sneakers on the market that come at more affordable price points.

That is why we’ve put together the definitive guide to (relatively) cheap sneakers that we believe deserve a place in every rotation. Big-name brands such as Nike, New Balance, and adidas offer some very solid options.

So, sit back, put your feet up, and scroll through our guide of the best cheap sneakers.

Nike Dunk Low Retro PRM

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NikeDunk Low Retro PRM
$125
Buy at Mr Porter

Reebok Classics Hammer Street

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ReebokHammer Street Sneakers
$100
Buy at ssense

VIRÓN 1990 Corn Sneakers

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Virón1990 Corn Sneakers
$101
Buy at ssense

Nike Cortez Sneakers

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NikeCortez Mesh-Panelled Leather Sneakers
$90
Buy at Mr Porter

New Balance 860v2

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New Balance860v2 Sneakers
$140
Buy at New Balance

Adidas Forum Low Classic

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adidas OriginalsForum Low Classic Shoes
$70
Buy at Foot Locker

Nike Killshot 2

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NikeKillshot 2 Leather Shoes
$90
Buy at Nike

New Balance Numeric 480

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New BalanceNumeric 480 Sneakers
$100
Buy at New Balance

Adidas Samoa Shoes

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adidas OriginalsSamoa Shoes
$60
Buy at Foot Locker

Nike Air Vapormax Moc Roam

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NikeAir VaporMax Moc Roam Sneakers
$88
Buy at ssense

New Balance 990 V4

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New Balance990 V4 Suede and Mesh Sneakers
$185
Buy at Mr Porter

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