Having trouble deciding on a brand? Model? What does Club/Pro/Elite mean? This guide breaks down what each soccer boot model offers in the common brands.
At the bottom of the page, you can find an explanation of the difference of the each shoe grade.
Nike
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Superfly
- High top, often referred to as a "sock" or a "cuff"
- Medium width throughout shoe
- Includes an "Air Zoom Unit under the insole for cushioning
- The wave-like stud pattern offers traction, the chevron studs are great for those looking for speed
- The Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughout
- The Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball
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Vapor
- Low top version of the Superfly. Has all the great features of the Superfly without the cuff, for those that don't like it.
- Medium width throughout shoe
- Includes an "Air Zoom Unit under the insole for cushioning
- The wave-like stud pattern offers traction, the chevron studs are great for those looking for speed
- The Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughout
- The Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball
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Phantom Luna
- High top, often referred to as a "sock" or a "cuff"
- Offers a more contoured fit; a narrower heel, the midfoot widens out into the ball of the foot, with a more pointed toe box
- Cyclone 360 traction offers improved agility when making cuts and helps reduce rotational traction
- Asymmetric lacing offers a large touch surface when dribbling, passing and scoring
- A repositioned lacing pattern allows for increased midfoot adjustability to accommodate players with flatter or higher arches
- The Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughout
- The Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball
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Phantom GX
- Low top for those who don't like the high top of the Phantom Luna
- Offers a more contoured fit; a narrower heel, the midfoot widens out into the ball of the foot, with a more pointed toe box
- Cyclone 360 traction offers improved agility when making cuts and helps reduce rotational traction
- Asymmetric lacing offers a large touch surface when dribbling, passing and scoring
- A repositioned lacing pattern allows for increased midfoot adjustability to accommodate players with flatter or higher arches
- The Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughout
- The Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball
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Legend
- FlyTouch Plus engineered leather for a soft feel. It helps the cleat mold to your foot for comfort without overstretching the material
- A blend of conical and bladed studs offer optimal traction and stability when braking and changing direction, just right under any conditions
- The Pro's and Elites offer Flyknit around the ankle., which gives you a secure feel
- The Pro's and Elites have microdots on the upper, which amplifies touch zones for grip of the ball without sacrificing the sleek look
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Adidas
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Predator
- Medium width boot,
- flexible HybridTouch 2.0 upper for a lightweight feel
- HybridTouch 2.0 upper with Strikeskin elements for precision shooting
- A Controlplate 2.0 outsole keeps you stable on firm ground
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F50
- Narrow fit with a more pointed toe box.
- Fibertouch upper with Sprintweb 3D texture for grip of the ball
- Sprintframe 360 firm ground outsole helps with speed
- Textile lining on the inside and a stretchy tongue makes the boot hug the foot comfortably
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Copa
- Medium width boot
- Fusionskin leather forefoot delivers a soft touch
- Engineered primeknit upper for comfortable lockdown and support
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Great for those with wider feet who want a boot that stretches and molds to their foot
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Puma
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Future
- Medium to Wide fit
- FUZIONFIT360: Upper that combines technical double mesh, extra stretch knit, PWRPRINT and two layers of PWRTAPE, for a perfect fit
- 3D textures on the main areas of contact with the ball, for optimal touch and control
- micro-perforated heel padding
- Dynamic Motion System with an advanced stud configuration is designed for the perfect balance of support, traction, and agility.
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Ultra
- Narrow fit with a pointed toe box
- Minimum weight for maximum speed with the re-engineered high-performance ULTRAWEAVE upper material
- PWRTAPE provides natural support and stability for quick changes of pace and direction
- Lightweight removable sockliner with NanoGrip technology keeps the foot from slipping inside the cleat
- Dual-density SPEEDPLATE outsole for next-level traction and propulsion
- FG/AG: Firm ground/Artificial ground outsole
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King
- Narrow to medium fit
- Knitted low-cut slip-on construction ensures a comfortable fit
- K-BETTER upper made with 60% recycled nylon from post-industrial waste
- Lightweight outsole with external heel counter, integrated stability spine, and conical studs for maximum maneuverability
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Difference between the shoe grades
Club (Nike)
Club (Adidas)
Play (Puma)
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- Price point typically below $100
- Always Multi-Ground friendly cleats
- Inside material has more padding
- Outer material is typically smooth
- Often a narrow fit
- Great for beginners, those on a budget, or those that seek more padding in a boot
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Academy (Nike)
League (Adidas)
Match (Puma)
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- Price point typically around $115 to $140
- Often Multi-Ground but not always
- Inside material still padded, but boot is thinner and more form-fitted, allowing for better feel of the ball
- Outer material starts to introduce grip, which helps with ball control
- Great for beginners, those on a budget, or those that seek more padding in a boot, with a lightweight feel or increased touch
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Pro (Nike)
Pro (Adidas)
Pro (Puma)
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- Price point typically around $160 to $230
- Sometimes Multi-Ground but not always
- Inside material is thin and form-fitted for improved feel of the ball and allows for a lighter boot which helps with speed.
- Outer material has improved grip, sometimes even feels slightly "sticky" which enhances ball control
- Great for those who want to get into the more professional range of shoes
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Elite (Nike)
Elite (Adidas)
Ultimate (Puma)
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- Price point typically around $300 to $400
- Sometimes Multi-Ground but not always
- Inside material is the thinnest yet, allowing for ample feel of the ball and a very light boot for speed
- Outer material has enhanced grip technology, feels "sticky" to the touch for grip of the ball
- Considered a professional level soccer boot. These are what the pros wear!
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