It's SO BAD! - Adidas Predator Edge+ Laceless - Review + On Feet

[@BATMAN-hk7sx]

I tried these at the store and they fit me quite well , but it was sooooooo stiff , and the creases hurt really bad since my foot is so close to the upper. Still haven’t found “control boots” better than the magista obra 2 .

[@Emmanuelmatu]

right my all time favorite control boot!!

[@wtfx5757]

wish nike would bring back the CTR :(

[@SlitWalk]

Miss the Obras :(

[@chanchaniceman]

Don’t think you’ll have a control boot as good as the magista whether it’s obra or opus. Really a shame that the second generation never picked up steam after the success of the first

[@BATMAN-hk7sx]

@@chanchaniceman true

[@MrHirriq]

Just wish Adidas remake the Adipure 11pro II

[@patitoduck123]

Have 2 pairs stored away and wear one regularly. Solid boot

[@thierry18]

I switched to puma. They have been doing what adidas used to do best, better. And cheaper as well.

[@chanchaniceman]

Would be amazing if they do with the soleplate that Toni kroos uses or with the original tooling

[@jadtannir1424]

Yes for I think that the adidas 11pro I from the battle pack World Cup 2014 is one of the best football boots

[@groosomflame]

I just bought the 2021 predator freak .1 yesterday for half-price, glad I did 😊

[@cheesuscrust5611]

where?

[@groosomflame]

@@cheesuscrust5611 rebelsport in Australia

[@clarkchen2669]

Going from the best superfly models for the last 3 years back to adidas, idk man I love these. I don’t understand why people are saying the upper is stiff. It’s so thin that it feels plenty pliable to me. My superfly’s were not locking my ankle tight enough and causing painful blisters over continuous aggressive cutting.

[@jmes22]

sure.. merc not locking, but this can?

[@karmnya2073]

All boots are of personal preference

[@abdulaibarrie5676]

@Clark Ken do you have wilde feet

[@duyle822]

what about running and sprinting? is it good for aggressive play?

[@m2s745]

The Freak and the Mutator are still better. Now i’m scared for the x futur model

[@deanlewsey1628]

And they were still awful compared to old predators. These new spaceships are just a joke

[@diegomahoudeau934]

Excelente buy! If they kill the next X model (which I would like to think they won't) then Adidas would RIP pretty much

[@chanchaniceman]

@@diegomahoudeau934 if this happens,that’s just gonna suck and which the general consumers are just left with boots from Nike. Not many will bother much about Puma or New Balance even if they had huge discounts unless it’s the only cleats that they can afford. Mizuno as great as they are I just don’t think appeals the general public unless people does a lot of research.

[@mrgrumpycat9049]

the next x is called Speedportal just looking at the name i'm already disappointed

[@diegomahoudeau934]

@@chanchaniceman agreed 💯 at least consumers would still be able to buy last year's models at a deeper discount, but it won't be for long if that happens. We'll see

[@mikaelschewee6056]

These are actually great boots that you have to wear and play in to know. I have been playing soccer since 1988 and have worn everything.

[@cnava7809]

I literally have just received the edge and took them out for a quick sesh and these are my thoughts . I have currently been wearing the numbers up version of the freak+ and at first the midfoot was incredibly tight. So I tried stretching with a wine bottle . I know it sounds weird but it really worked left it for about two days and boom ! The uppers on the edge feel really plasticy , but the panels it has really does give a very distinct feel on the ball . Both shoes are wide up front so no problem there . Since I do have wide feet .The edge does have a really stiff upper compared to the freak + but again it’s about the sensation, and really maybe the play style. Yes boots don’t matter really what position you play and won’t make you better but trying on the boots you would you know what I mean .the freak feels a lot more connected to the foot and ball while the edge does not .the edge also is really tight on the little pointy bone on top of my foot and caused slight discomfort and had to take them off a bit early :( while the freak has the prime knit there on my foot so it’s very comfy now. the edge is a fantastic boot but for me the EDGE is going the FREAK+ . Love the feel and sensation of the ball on the freaks more than edge. The edge isn’t a bad boot but I know it will require more break in time than the freaks. FREAKS WIN

[@phathutshedzonevhungoni2951]

Insightful comment !!

[@joshuaruano1841]

I have wide feet too so would you recommend the predator freak+?

[@danielcain2516]

Did the pain from the pointy part on top of your foot ever go away once the boots were more broken in?

[@Joshh_2001]

tried them there horrible…so stiff , hey Josh I know your PURE brand is in its infancy but things are going great I just want to know if there is a chance you would make a PURE football boot in the future?

[@C41N4]

In short, every time adidas comes out with this colorway for the predator, it’s the beginning of the end for that silo 😅

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

truth bro

[@monsieru]

im tired of football boot companies making shoes that are not foot-shaped

[@celtic69]

There’s no such thing as “foot shaped” as all feet are different - signed, a man with the widest feet you’ll ever see

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

Such a disappointment, the last true Pred was the Adipower (aside from remakes)

[@Dailojazz]

I massively respect Josh and his opinions on boots and don’t get it twisted, I’m an OG follower *however*, one major issue I’ve had with Josh’s reviews is that a lot of the time I can’t help feel that they’re based on presumption and gut feeling. In this case, there is no way he has tested these significantly, past their break-in period for example. I find in hard in 2022 that they’re as bad as he’s making out considering how the design process so heavily involves pros and countless hours of performance testing. I’d like him to somehow prove that’s he’s clocked a fair few hours in the boots and then do the review

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

An opinion is an opinion, I get it. I've been doing for a long time, and I don't say things that I don't feel confident about, especially when it comes to negativity in a review of any given product. I don't think my opinion on these boots is unique based on what's out there and who I've talked to, but I'm also in a position as an independent to say whatever I want, be it positive or negative, since I have no ties whatsoever to any of these brands. Anyone is entitled to disagree with me, but I stand by what I said and my testing process. I think these feel bad out of the box, and don't get much better with wear. Super long term testing in the age of textile upper football boots doesn't really mean much, given that they really don't change much with wear, especially with a firm material like these have, reinforced by long strip of rubber that also don't soften up with wear. With the materials and shaping of modern day football boots, break-in is way more about getting used to the feel of the boots on your feet, rather than the boots adjusting to your feet. I test boots to the point where I feel comfortable in giving a confident and accurate opinion, and that is what I've always done. In regards to Adidas and their development of these boots, I can't give any specifics for privacy reasons, but according to multiple inside sources, the Pred Edge was a major rush job with minimal, to no pro input until the production version was already in place. Which explains the sub par result that is the final product. My credibility and reputation is everything to me. I don't give opinions, especially strong opinions, unless I'm confident in what I'm saying. These are certainly wearable football boots, but certainly do not meet the standard that I think anyone should expect from a $275 football boot. Like I said in the video, we need to hold big brands to high standard, and my experience with the Edge has been that they're a big step backwards for multiple reasons. I respect your comment, but I did want to share a few things that I didn't go over in the video.

[@Dailojazz]

@@Soccerreviewsforyou Appreciate your detailed response. Interesting on the "rush job" front as well - gives a legitimate (but not really acceptable!) reason for the regression. Anyway's keep smashing it!

[@josesosa4489]

I got them last week, I used at least 3 times already and I really like them. They are so nice I’m glad I bought them before watching these Video.

[@ridwanyahya9204]

Exactly...

[@mwf650]

Now would be the perfect time for Nike to bring back the T90 👀 Like what they did with the tiempo after adi butchered the copa

[@deanlewsey1628]

I still wear total 90 laser 2's today 😂

[@Cris_Melgar]

Agreed, plus the PhantomGT needs to go.

[@acorona7207]

I have some T90’s special edition breast cancer in black with pink highlights

[@SaltyNuts-sl2to]

Copa mun dials?

[@RafaelLopez88888]

I don’t really agree with this at all man. I bought these yesterday and just played with them for the first time tonight. Great aggressive stud pattern and a nice solid fit around my foot. The grip and control is amazing. Felt locked in and sturdy. That’s what I look for in a boot at least. I understand people want a “barefoot” feel, but the last thing you want to feel is your barefoot getting shredded through tackles and physical play all game. I guess if you like the barefoot feel you must not be playing defense😂 or playing physical. This boot is phenomenal all around.

[@ridwanyahya9204]

Thanks, I needed to hear that

[@abdulaibarrie4386]

Have u got wide feet and what size are u?

[@duyle822]

what about running and sprinting? is it good for aggressive play?

[@frankp1843]

Does the weight at the toe help with your Vision? Looks like an infinity stone

[@muka7982]

Love the true reviews as always Just like what I think

[@devantelewis6774]

Tbh the power pulse system that started with the pulse and ended with the adipower was always a gimmick that no one really cared for

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

You can call of the their previous weighting system gimmicky, but at the very least they were significant enough in their impact on the experience of the football boots that you can actually feel that something was differently compared to other boots. Tech that impacts experience based on feel, even if it's dumb or ineffective in terms of improving performance, at least it's doing something. When a technology is seemingly doing nothing that you can feel, especially when it's one of the main features of the boots, now that's dumb! Anyways, I agree with you to an extent, but I also liked most other weighted elements on past Pred models.

[@amirimranz]

The Mutator and Freak are so good that adidas couldn't make it better with the new Predator. Just bought the Freak for half-price, glad I did

[@aldengentner3297]

Where?

[@barrymurphy4430]

Where

[@jaisalmistry3350]

Yes Josh I love the honesty here- how stiff are they compared to the Pred instincts?

[@joewhitehouse70]

Haven’t tried these but the instincts soften up quite nicely after they’ve broken in. I’ve got a pair that I still use today and they are by no means stiff

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

The Pred Instincts aren't stiff. If this boot had a HybridTouch upper like the Instincts, they would be so much better!

[@jaisalmistry3350]

@@Soccerreviewsforyou cheers! Maybe I'll have to go retro

[@acalleros927]

Loved your review on these Josh, I won't be getting them because of the stiffness of the upper. Btw can you recommend a boot that's out right now that fits and feels like the magista obra?

[@-edvins.388]

Not current but the Puma Future 5.1/6.1 felt similar imo

[@chanchaniceman]

Possibly the puma future Z is your best bet

[@soubido]

I wonder what happened during the design/prototype process that resulted in such a poor product...

[@rontsang4308]

haha, just spotted Paul Pogba wearing the Freak + Vegan Predator for the FA cup tie. He was wearing the Edge in training...guess he agrees with you Josh.

[@kishawngarrick9821]

When are you going to do a play test video again?

[@Bank_less]

Just like any boot just needs time to adjust and break in I have the low variation and they aren’t so bad .not a big fan of the stud pattern cause this is the first boot other than copas

[@kehx72]

I have wide feet, are these better or worse than the phantom gt elite 2?

[@strrangerdanger1830]

Since we know these boots aren't that good and you probably won't ever use them, you should try to take the weight off one of the boots and see how much it actually weighs.

[@iustindiaconu9305]

Pls make a review for the TF version of the predator edge.

[@acorona7207]

And Edge.1 Indoor!

[@alexisdurazno4363]

3:46 “wtf is that?”

[@geihungthang25]

damn i knew the boots would be bad since how can an upper which is so stiff with laceless have a good lockdown and mobility

[@dglogy1627]

Hey, i just wanted to ask that do the three stripes start to unstick gradually after a few weeks of playing?

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

They shouldn’t. At least I haven’t experienced that or seen any pairs with that issue.

[@ryanbrooks3721]

Would you recommend going half a size or a full size up?

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

Neither, they run true to size.

[@wazziebuck4926]

Hi, any chance you could review some boots suitable for people with wide feet and a bunion? Everything just seems so narrow at the end 😔

[@AleABest]

Adidas noticed Josh´s elbow no longer cracked and deseign a soleplate that does. And you say they don´t pay attention to their costumers...

[@ultisready9452]

the speedwings on mercs is the gimmickest thing ever

[@BlueHells]

so they require some break-in time? or does it permanently stay stiff? how does it feel after break-in? coulda been more thorough tbh.

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

Does the upper become a little more pliable, yes. Do they ever feel soft or begin the fit well, no. For being Primeknit, it’s very rigid and plasticy feeling.

[@rizjeuchiha3439]

Hey does anyone know when some new colours of the predator edge will be released?

[@sergioguzman2065]

I bought the Turf .1 and they felt great, until I made a change of direction while running, it felt wobbly and like my foot was gonna slip out of the boot. I'm kinda sad, but I'll try to use double socks on them

[@RenzoAMA]

saddest part is that these will be world cup boots

[@acorona7207]

Nope, the new X Speedportal will be

[@samuelkosnandar8307]

Great review Josh, great job as always! However, it made me wonder. In regards to development of new product line, normally the brand will ask their player to used and gather the feedback on what is pro-cons of the newly develop boots. Is it that how it work or not?

[@andrewpalmer1873]

Is Adidas running a long con on us, like this all going to be some crazy April fools joke, where Adidas will bring out the real predator on April 1st and just be like haha guys fell for it!

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

We can only hope 😂

[@absnxl3077]

mans said "work boots". they really feel like timbs on your feet though?!? 😂

[@RockyS2G]

I've had the Predator Edge+ for a week and played 2 games now. I've had the Mutator+ and the Freak+ and I prefer the Edge+. It took maybe a game to break in but what I appreciate about them is that they just feel solid and comfortable. For me the fit and lockdown are good. I play all of the midfield spots and tbh I don't really notice them while playing. I don't feel like they negatively affect my touch or the upper folding in unnatural ways. The zoneskin and the added weight feel fine, I don't think I need them to do anything but I'm sure help in some way.

[@acorona7207]

😮

[@HaitIsHere]

Idk how a company can make good products like the mutator predators and speedflow and then *upgrade* with something this bad

[@chanchaniceman]

I mean Nike made some terrible mercurials back in the days likewise adidas have made questionable models too. But In today’s day and age,something like this is very unacceptable

[@wtfx5757]

How the hell do they think this is acceptable? This is one of the trashiest boots I’ve seen in awhile. This is like the Joma version of a predator. Wth 🤦‍♂️

[@booyaahJay]

Really, you’ve tried them out already?

[@wtfx5757]

@@booyaahJay nope. Don’t plan on it either. I trust my eyes. I can see how terrible they are from quality reviews like this.

[@adriarauz3795]

Joma is pretty solid considering its price tag. You're getting what you're paying for. These ones on the other hand aren't worth its $300 USD price tag.

[@zuldaftw4534]

I’m guessing the .2 and .3 will be better than the top ends

[@MGsixteen]

I took a look at them and I'm very worried just after looking at the pictures. The .2 model looks like it has an even worse shape

[@aaronbrown9998]

How are your boots coming along? Would they go under your PURE brand?

[@kazkiyoshimoto]

Guys, what should I do if I already bought these cleats/boots??

[@lastofmykind8]

They literally could’ve kept the previous boot and just replace the demon skin with the zone skin.

[@acorona7207]

💯

[@tianyuanzhang9980]

Damn adidas. It needs some talent to ruin two successful models in a row.

[@calebl69420]

I freaking knew it. They screwed it up just like every good boot they try to improve. If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. R.I.P. Predator Freak and Nemeziz.

[@wtfx5757]

to be fair, many thought the freak was also broke, but this Edge definitely takes it to a new low

[@calebl69420]

@@acorona7207 it was a very foot type specific boot that I absolutely loved. But it was ruined with the release of the 19.1-19+

[@acorona7207]

Nemeziz was not all that…

[@neilchakr]

now is the best time to buy the predator freak.1's cause they're on massive discounts everywhere and they were objectively a better pair of boots than this

[@acorona7207]

Freak+

[@lengmanl4807]

This video isn’t a surprise the ugly look of the boot didn’t give me any confidence

[@ultisready9452]

I'm quite worry what will happen to X

[@seriomarkj]

That fold!!! What were they thinking

[@stephenwang3937]

review the new ag version of the Predator Edge

[@acorona7207]

Seems exactly the same with a few extra mini studs on the sole plate

[@G_of_the_week]

I watched this right after I bought them

[@MrSEREEEEEEEEEEEEEEE]

In my opinion Predator Adipower is still the best in last 10 years of Predator line.

[@adhammp6885]

Poor Pogba

[@torpedo_r8192]

That cracking is so alarming wtf

[@craigbowles6778]

Just saved myself £230😆👍👍

[@wtfx5757]

Maybe a limited edition leather model will be a bright spot

[@Mango-qs5ld]

I think these depend on your foot size, halving a wide ass foot like me, these are very snug, but if you have a slim foot, with a high arch, this will be shit

[@FDGrilo]

Damn bro. So sad for this

[@acorona7207]

The all black color way came out today, looks a lot better…

[@ZDB23]

Another example of change for the sake of change

[@ryancurfman]

One of the worst uppers on a top end boot I ever saw was the x 16.1. Can’t believe adidas topped that with these.

[@chanchaniceman]

X15.1 was just as terrible

[@renealbanez7693]

What if mr jim over here bought both new preds from a fake retailer jajajaja

[@acorona7207]

They look bootleg

[@liamcruickshanks9164]

Worse things about boots today is they all mostly look awful, my Copa Mundials have just got a hole in them now and I need boots but the selection is awful

[@azzazz4549]

These are the best fitting boots that I have ever worn. I bought some today

[@duyle822]

what about running and sprinting? is it good for aggressive play?

[@heyxauh4167]

predator become more experimental boot compared to performance one ..now i understand why adidas removes performance in they logo

[@KoDiEsMiTh09]

I ain’t been able to wear preds since 18/19.1…just hurt my feet

[@alexanderschopf9059]

I love these tbh. They fit my foot as perfect as it gets

[@RyanHenkelman]

Dang Josh... Tell us how you really feel. 😆

[@thebird9766]

Dam. I was hoping that these boots would be good. I like the idea of the wide toe box, but the rest of it sounds like an epic failure

[@hesonkipgen7841]

Brutally honest 🤣✌️

[@yanntraore5319]

If the laces were softer it wouldn’t be painful. Please don’t buy them. if you do, buy the laceless model

[@10-Fah]

These are some of the best cleats I have ever bought.... to each its own. Perfect fit, it flexes quite nicely and the design is amazing. I have the champion league variation.

[@duyle822]

what about running and sprinting? is it good for aggressive play?

[@varelaiazul817]

Adidas just Copa Sense’d the Predator.

[@HadidAssiddiq]

Waiting for edge.3 review

[@johnminter2976]

If only they had ACC....

[@Alvaradomusic]

Are you going to review the new blueprint mercurials?

[@ts010]

I AGREE I HATE THIS UPDATE NOW ITS NOT GOOD FOR SHOOTING NOW ADIDAS DONT HAVE A GOOD SHOOTING BOOT

[@rizzy4032]

Nice video

[@thatmf512]

Broski out Here poking shoes great review tho

[@believebecomedc3825]

Just when I swore it couldn't get any worse. Well who was I kidding

[@juanguerrerog9067]

Ima miss the freak 😖

[@juanmacoo]

When you but these on, they literally look like rubber boots. They're not even good looking.

[@acorona7207]

Lmao, yes kind of like low cut rain boots! 😅

[@bakuzetsu_k4996]

Josh saved lives....and wallet.

[@craigbowles6778]

I'll stick with the previous Gen👍👊

[@volpee4507]

Can you put even italian subtitle?

[@waynelee8327]

Learn English

[@aj478]

@@waynelee8327 standard ignorant answer

[@SanFranFan30]

Adidas needs to just realize that they don't need to force laceless on to every single top line boot.

[@acorona7207]

But they do!

[@SanFranFan30]

@@acorona7207 wdym?

[@chanchaniceman]

Unfortunately adidas wanna capitalized on this opportunity regardless whether it works or not.

[@robjj1000]

very disappointing .. Best Buy another pair of Freaks before they sell out

[@jelangr]

I've tried this, and true, so so stiff, and looks cheap

[@andrewpalmer1873]

So these are shoes made for Goofy apparently.

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

I heard he had a huge part in the development

[@tariqhamad1260]

Hey Joshua

[@mrnoize1395]

I'd love to see a Predator Power Era boot re-issue, like an AdiPower. Unfortunately we got this Power Welllington boot. And yes ive got buyers remorse. I should have waited for the review. got distracted by the hype. woe is me, and poorer is me! :D

[@acorona7207]

Return them

[@Motiv8Grow]

This is a ridiculous review, I’ve just got mine I’ve gone through the right steps of breaking them in. They’re fine. Depends on the person and their opinion on it

[@duyle822]

what about running and sprinting? is it good for aggressive play?

[@RH-hz9ly]

Even from the video you can see it's so plastic-y... Make sense if it's not that good

[@soyUsernameWasTaken]

so LZ kill the predator that we know and love. TWICE.