New balance are really good. There's a write up in runners world in regards to trainers.

New balance minimus 1010v2 at £79.99 came out editions choice.
Nike zoom wildhorse 2 at £90 was the best new version of an existing model.
New balance 810v3 at £69.99 was the best buy (best value option).
Merrell allout rush at £95 was the best new shoe tested.

Amongst the others were pumas, Adidas, salomon, inov, the north face and hi tec.

Don't forget, just because someone finds a certain shoe good doesn't mean you will, every foot is different. If I'm not running as a hobby, I'd probably shoot down to sports direct and pick up what ever is there.