Review Scores
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| Boot | Comfort | Perform | Technol | H-Effect | SC101 Rating | Category | Notes | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Lotto Fuerzapura II | 8 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 6.5 |  3.5 (Read Review) | Power | Ideal option for defenders and forwards who need a boot that feels in-sync with your feet. Very supple K-leather upper. Weighs 10oz. Original retail: $175. (See Current Price) | 65 |
 Pele 50/50 Turf | 8 | 6 | 6 | 5.5 |  3 (Read Review) | Turf | An ideal shoe if you are looking for comfort and protection - plus the bonus of durability! K-leather upper with extra midfoot support. Weighs 10.8oz. Original retail: $94. (See Current Price) | 64 |
 Puma PWR-CT 1.12 | 8.5 | 6.5 | 8.5 | 7.5 |  4.5 (Read Review) | Power | A new 3D Power Shooting Technology sits along the strike zone, K-leather upper. Currently worn by Cesc Fabregas. Weighs 10.4oz. Original retail: $180. (See Current Price) | 63 |
 Asics Lethal Stats | 6 | 6 | 8 | 6 |  2 (Read Review) | Heritage | HG10MM® technology used in heel reduces the angle at which your body impacts the ground. Takes time to adjust to! Weighs 9.4oz. Original retail: $110 (See Current Price) | 62 |
 Adidas adiZero miCoach | 7 | 7 | 9.5 | 7 |  4 (Read Review) | Speed | The opportunity to track my game performance with the use of my soccer cleat and a chip? Yes please! Weighs 6.0oz. Original retail (with miCoach Chip): $260 (See Current Price) | 61 |
 Pele Trinity 3E | 6.5 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | Symbioskin upper and an innovative tri-stud configuration are used in this super lightweight release. Weighs 5.6oz. Original retail: $200 (See Current Price) | 60 |
 Umbro Geometra Pro | 8.5 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 4.5 (Read Review) | Control | A padded zone called the ECZ, or Energy Control Zone, sits on the instep making for great control. Weighs 10.2oz. Original retail: $180. (See Current Price) | 59 |
 Asics Lethal Tigreor | 6.5 | 5.5 | 8.5 | 6.5 | 3 (Read Review) | Heritage | HG10MM® technology used in the heel to reduce the angle at which your body impacts the ground. Takes time to adjust to. Weighs 9.6oz. Original retail: $135 (See Current Price) | 58 |
 Adidas adiPower SL | 7 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 4.5 (Read Review) | Speed | Lightweight version of the adiPower Predator - the Predator Element blends into a synthetic upper. Weighs 6.8oz. Original retail: $250 (See Current Price) | 57 |
 Under Armour Hydrastrike | 7.5 | 6 | 8 | 6.5 |  2.5 (Read Review) | Heritage | H2Oi treatment lines the K-leather upper and offers bone-dry touch, precision, and power on the ball. Weighs 9.6oz. Original retail: $138 (See Current Price) | 56 |
 Nike T90 Laser IV | 8.5 | 7.5 | 9 | 7 | 4.5 (Read Review) | Power | Upper features one of the most natural feels you will find on the ball. Adaptive Shield sits across the strike zone, designed for power. Weighs 10oz. Original retail: $220 (See Current Price) | 55 |
 Under Armour Blur | 6.5 | 5 | 7.5 | 6.5 | 2.5 (Read Review) | Speed | Very visual Metallic Silver upper is a lightweight microfiber that has been perforated along the sides for extra ventilation. Weighs 8.6oz. Original retail: $180 (See Current Price) | 54 |
 Diadora Solano GX | 6.5 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 2 (Read Review) | Control | One of the more advanced soleplates on the market, the NET Breathing System, offers more breathability in-game. Weighs 9.4oz. Original retail: $120 (See Current Price) | 53 |
 Nike Trequartista II | 8 | 6.5 | 5.5 | 7.5 | 4 (Read Review) | Control | One of the best 2nd tier boots on the market. Synthetic upper matches their role as a hybrid. Weighs 9.4oz. Original retail: $99 (See Current Price) | 52 |
 Diadora DD Eleven | 6.5 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Control | One of the more advanced soleplates on the market, the NET Breathing System, offers more breathability in-game. Weighs 10oz. Original retail: $220 (See Current Price) | 51 |
 Diadora Maracana | 9 | 6 | 6 | 7.5 | 3 (Read Review) | Heritage | A very solid performing boot designed with little technology. A hybrid, that sits just between lightweight and heritage. Weighs 9.4oz. Original Retail: $104 (See Current Price) | 50 |
 Nike Tiempo Elite | 6.5 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 6 | 3 (Read Review) | Heritage | Redesigned K-leather upper that features vamp stitching. Carbon Fiber soleplate and Flywire technology make it "Elite". Weigh 9.4oz. Original Retail $380 (See Current Price) | 49 |
 Puma V1.11 SL | 6.5 | 6.5 | 8.5 | 8 |  5 (Read Review) | Speed | Plenty of updates from the V1.10 that make this boot even better including a redesigned upper. Ideal for wingers! Weighs 5.6oz. Original retail: $240 (See Current Price) | 48 |
 Nike Tiempo IV | 7.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 4 (Read Review) | Heritage | Very classic release with a new vamp stitched upper. Same release as the Elite, minus Flywire and Carbon Fber soleplate. Weighs 9.6oz. Original retail: $165 (See Current Price) | 47 |
 Puma V1.11 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 7 | 3 (Read Review) | Speed | Soft microfiber upper is abrasion resistant yet soft enough to offer good feel on the ball. Unique V shape. Weighs 8.2oz. Original retail: $185 (See Current Price) | 46 |
 Umbro Speciali R | 8 | 6.5 | 6 | 7 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Heritage | Classic boot that feature some modern performance upgrades. "A frame" cradle is used as part of the lacing system. Weighs 9.2oz. Original retail: $142 (See Current Price) | 45 |
 Nike Superfly III | 5.5 | 7.5 | 8 | 7.5 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | Safari print design adds an extremely unique look to the latest Superfly. Comfort can be an issue. Weighs 7.8oz. Original retail: $399 (See Current Price) | 44 |
 Adidas adiPower Predator | 6.5 | 9 | 9 | 8.5 | 5 (Read Review) | Power | Re-engineered Predator Zone, or Predator Element, features silicon rubber and 3D fins for power and control. Weighs 7.8oz. Original retail: $220 (See Current Price) | 43 |
 Nike Vapor VII | 6.5 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | A Teijen Microfiber upper matched with a Tepex glass composite chassis allows for an all-round lightweight boot. Weighs 8oz. Original retail: $220 (See Current Price) | 42 |
 Adidas adiPure IV SL | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | Extremely classy looking release. Features soft K-Leather upper and Adidas Sprint Frame outsole. Weighs 7oz. Original retail: $250 (See Current Price) | 41 |
 Adidas adiZero Prime | 7 | 5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | Lightest boot currently on the market! Adidas mix adiLite upper with SprintFrame soleplate . Weigh 5.2oz. Original retail: $330 (See Current Price) | 40 |
 Mizuno Morelia | 7.5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Heritage | Classic K-leather upper matches their heritage look. Weighs 10oz. Original retail: $190 (See Current Price) | 39 |
 Pantofola d'Oro Lazzarini | 8.5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 4 (Read Review) | Heritage | Oozes an old-school feel that will have you feeling like you are playing in the 70's! Handcrafted leather upper. Weighs 10.4oz. Original retail: $180 | 38 |
 Adidas F50 adiZero | 6 | 6 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | Upon release, they offered the lightest boot on the market. Synthetic SprinkSkin upper reduces weight. Weighs 5.8oz. Original retail: $220 (See Current Price) | 37 |
 Puma King Finale | 6.5 | 7 | 6.5 | 8 | 4.5 (Read Review) | Heritage | Following the tradition of top King releases, this one named after superstar Diego Maradona. Ooze class. Weighs 9.2oz. Original retail: $140 (See Current Price) | 36 |
 Adidas adiPure IV | 8.5 | 8 | 5.5 | 7.5 | 5 (Read Review) | Heritage | A boot designed around the ideals of class and consistency. Strategically positioned stitching allows leather to move. Weighs 9.8oz. Original retail: $140 (See Current Price) | 35 |
 Reebok Instante Pro | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 |  1 (Read Review) | Power | Reeboks power release really doesn't have a great deal to offer. They are very bulky, worth skipping! Weighs 11.4oz. Original retail: $135 | 34 |
 Nike CTR360 Maestri | 7.5 | 7.5 | 8 | 8 | 5 (Read Review) | Control | A boot that masters control while allowing players to receive and distribute passes with ease! Weighs 8.8oz. Original retail: $320 (See Current Price) | 33 |
 Mizuno Wave Ignite | 6 | 7 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Power | Mukaiten panel designed to deliver a shot from the instep that produces no spin.360 Bio Vamps give players 2 different control types. Weighs 9.2oz. Original retail: $180 (See Current Price) | 32 |
 Adidas adi5 X Turf | 7.5 | 7.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 4 (Read Review) | Turf | Pretty optimal Turf shoe that features a mesh upper with control technology. Great option for coaches! Weighs 10.4oz. Original retail: $60 (See Current Price) | 31 |
 Umbro GT Pro | 7.5 | 5.5 | 7.5 | 7 | 3 (Read Review) | Speed | Surprised by how well this Teijin Japanese Microfiber release performed! A-Frame Cradle adds support. Weighs 8.3oz. Original retail: $165 (See Current Price) | 30 |
 Adidas Copa Mundial | 9 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 3 (Read Review) | Heritage | Does it get anymore classic than the Copa Mundial? The ever consistent "go-to" option for many players. Weighs 11.4oz. Original retail: $110 (See Current Price) | 29 |
 Puma V1.10 SL | 5.5 | 6.5 | 8 | 8 | 5 (Read Review) | Speed | Ultra thin premium microfiber upper and one piece of pebax with a carbon fiber inset minimize weight and increase stability. Weighs 5.3oz. Original retail: $270 (See Current Price) | 28 |
 Pele 1970 | 8.5 | 5.5 | 8.5 | 5 | 2.5 (Read Review) | Heritage | Entire upper of the 1970′s is a one-piece kangaroo leather, that undergoes an incredible 150 separate processing steps! Weighs 11.7oz. Original retail: $170 (See Current Price) | 27 |
 Nike Trequartista | 7.5 | 6.5 | 5.5 | 7 | 4 (Read Review) | Control | Measure up as one of the best second tier releases on the market. Offer great value. Weighs 11.4oz. Original retail: $90 (See Current Price) | 26 |
 Nike CTR360 Maestri | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 4 (Read Review) | Control | The initial CTR360 Maestri release - caused quite a stir! Features Kanga-Lite synthetic leather. Weighs 10oz. Original retail $200 (See Current Price) | 25 |
 Concave PT+ | 5.5 | 5.5 | 8.5 | 4 | 1 (Read Review) | Power | Front Concave Metaguard Component adds plenty of protection and the ability to strike solid shots. Tough to adjust to. Weigh 11.7oz. Original retail $180 | 24 |
 Adidas F50i TUNiT | 7 | 6.5 | 7 | 6 | 3 (Read Review) | Speed | SprintSkin upper highlights the precursor to the current adiZero series. Option to switch studs depending on playing surface. Weighs 11.2oz. Original retail $215 (See Current Price) | 23 |
 Diadora Stile 10 K | 8 | 6 | 6 | 4.5 | 2 (Read Review) | Heritage | Very minimal release that offers excellent comfort. Threadlike tech alloy runs through sole, adding flex and reposition ease. Weigh 11oz. Original retail: $110 (See Current Price) | 22 |
 Diadora Kobra K | 7.5 | 6 | 8 | 6.5 | 3 (Read Review) | Control | A touch control finish, looks like fish scales, lies across the leather region of the upper. Also feature a Carbon Fiber soleplate. Weighs 10.4oz. Original retail: $194 (See Current Price) | 21 |
 Lotto Fuerzapura | 7.5 | 5 | 6.5 | 5.5 | 2.5 (Read Review) | Control | You get all of the regular Lotto technology on this one, pebax, puntoflex, twist'n go and a water-repellent microfiber upper. Weighs 10.2oz. Original retail: $140 (See Current Price) | 20 |
 Pirma Monaco III | 7 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 2 (Read Review) | Heritage | Not a lot of technology on this one, but it does offer great value for money. And check out that color!! A "tidy" release. Weighs 9.2oz. Original retail $70 | 19 |
 Lotto Zhero Gravity | 6.5 | 6 | 9 | 6.5 | 2.5 (Read Review) | Speed | The first and only laceless soccer cleat on the market! Matched with Lotto's regular technology like Twist'n Go. Weighs 9.4oz. Original retail: $240 (See Current Price) | 18 |
 Nike Miracle | 7 | 6 | 5.5 | 7 | 4 (Read Review) | Heritage | Solid option for players on a budget. The Miracle is third in the Mercurial range behind the Superfly II and Vapor VI. Weigh 8.6oz. Original retail: $135 (See Current Price) | 17 |
 Umbro Stealth Pro | 7.5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Control | Part of the odd "Are you Fox or Chicken?" campaign. Thankfully, they perform better than the commercial! Weigh 9.8oz. Original retail: $150 (See Current Price) | 16 |
 Nike Superfly II | 5 | 7 | 8.5 | 8 | 3 (Read Review) | Speed | FlyWire, an adjustable stud, carbon fiber soleplate and high visual effects highlight this range. Weigh 7.8oz. Original retail: $440 (See Current Price) | 15 |
 Nike Vapor VI | 6 | 5.5 | 8 | 7 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | Claimed plenty of attention on release, especially for their visuals. Features a lace cover. Weigh 8oz. Original retail: $260 (See Current Price) | 14 |
 Uhlsport Kickschuh | 6.5 | 7.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 1 (Read Review) | Heritage | A company with a reputation for gloves, but these are a decent release. Good option for keepers. Weighs 9.8oz. Original retail $150 | 13 |
 Joma Total Fit | 7 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 3 (Read Review) | Heritage | Unique one piece leather design that wrap your whole foot offers a completely smooth all the way around to the back of the cleat. Weighs 9.4oz. Original retail: $160 (See Current Price) | 12 |
 Puma PowerCat 1.10 | 6.5 | 7 | 8.5 | 8 | 4 (Read Review) | Power | An all new 3D Power Shooting Technology is used (or SpringTech foam ridges), making these a current top power choice. Weighs 10.4oz Original Retail $180 (See Current Price) | 11 |
 Nike Tiempo III | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7.5 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Heritage | High quality boot that offers something players want to wear. Soft K-leather upper is the highlight. Weighs 10.8oz. Original retail: $165 (See Current Price) | 10 |
 Nike T90 Laser III | 5.5 | 8.5 | 9 | 6.5 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Power | Built for pure power, five red pods in the strike zone even out pressure distribution, while TPU fins help with control. Weighs 10.2oz. Original retail: $220 (See Current Price) | 9 |
 Puma King XL | 7.5 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 1 (Read Review) | Heritage | The continuation of the Puma King tradition, while at the same time celebrating the history of Italian soccer. Upper stiff starting out. Weigh 11.4oz. Original retail $142 | 8 |
 Adidas adiPure III | 8 | 7.5 | 5.5 | 8 | 4 (Read Review) | Heritage | K-leather upper, new redesigned tongue, off centered lacing and a new firmer insole highlight this classic release. Weighs 10.6oz. Original retail: $142 (See Current Price) | 7 |
 Nike Vapor V | 6 | 5.5 | 8 | 7 | 4 (Read Review) | Speed | The only Vapor release to feature FlyWire. Also released with a lace cover and a Teijin Microfiber upper. Weighs 8.4oz. Original retail: $220 | 6 |
 Adidas Predator X | 7.5 | 7 | 8.5 | 8 | 4 (Read Review) | Power | New Taurus level upper, matched with a redesigned silicon Predator Zone make this release one of the top power boots. Weighs 11.2oz. Original retail: $240 (See Current Price) | 5 |
 Puma V1.10 | 6 | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 3 (Read Review) | Speed | Front panel is created using a soft, abrasion-resistant microfiber, lightly covered by a grip-like texture. Weighs 8.2oz. Original retail: $220 (See Current Price) | 4 |
 Umbro Speciali | 8 | 6 | 5.5 | 7 | 3.5 (Read Review) | Heritage | A very solid, high performing release that offers consistency. Highlighted by a K-leather upper and an improved insole board. Weighs 9.4oz. Original retail: $140 | 3 |
 Diadora Maracana Turf | 7.5 | 6 | 5 | 5.5 | 2 (Read Review) | Turf | Very durable turf shoe that offers a classic look, ideal for the no-nonsense player that just wants a consistent performer. Weighs 9.8oz. Original retail $95 (See Current Price) | 2 |
 Under Armour Create | 6 | 5 | 6.5 | 5.5 | 2 (Read Review) | Speed | ‘Create with Speed’ is the motto used by UA for these cleats. A modular protection zone (MPZ) absorbs shock and offers impact protection. Weighs 9.8oz Original retail $160 | 1 |
