Should you UPGRADE? - Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 & Superfly 10 VS Vapor 15 & Superfly 9 Elite

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The Nike Mercurial series has been the gold standard in the "speed" category for over 20 years now, so whenever a new model drops, expectations are always high! Given how much new tech went into to last years boots, most notably Nike's Air Zoom cushion, to say the least, the bar has been set pretty high! This of course begs the question, should you upgrade to the new model?
In today's video we compare the outgoing Nike Zoom Mercurial Vapor 15 & Superfly 9 Elite to the new Vapor 16 & Superfly 10 Elites. We discuss the differences and similarities between, how the fit and feel on feet, and perhaps most importantly, if they've improved enough to be worth the upgrade!
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[@supercia1]

I think new boots should be made every 4 years since we hit a limit on boot progress there is no new innovation. It’s not like microchips every 24 months we get a real hardware improvement. We have not found or made new composites or materials to improve boots.

[@vyvaqt738]

No we never did that back in the day and we gad better boots back then they have just become lazy because they know everbody is gonna buy their shoes they are too big of a brand rn

[@vyvaqt738]

Remember when we had the magista mercurial sock from cr7 and the hypervenom also the tiempo we got a shitty mercurial every year now a shitty phantom and a luna shoe which is a womens shoe turning into a mans shoe

[@Zaxstar007]

tldr mizuno

[@Oliver-wx8sf]

I think a 2 year would be better since remember some people just want new boots not because of performance just a new look and it will make the company happy aswell

[@RegenTonnenEnte]

And why should they be limited to release?! That makes no sense

[@joshpaul6417]

bring back Teijin synthetic

[@rav2791]

THIS!

[@ev1627]

They should make flyknit the “premium” exclusive option for the mercurial superfly line and vapor exclusive to teijin synthetic.

[@chanchaniceman]

Might be a controversial opinion have the Superfly 10 DF and Superfly 10 low with the Flyknit/grip knot uppers while the Vapor 16 features a Teijin synthetic

[@RegenTonnenEnte]

But why?

[@flakers1337]

just buy skechers razor

[@w1nterS0ldier17]

You know what? There’s been people with either wider feet or ticker bone structure on the top foot trying to use Mercs and not haven’t the best time. The perforated material for the laces area would allow some extra stretch but unsure by how much. I really hope these are a nice upgrade as I haven’t been a fan of the Plastic-like feeling of the last couple of mercs

[@blackaaangenaam7840]

nah that ruines it for the people with small foots

[@w1nterS0ldier17]

@@blackaaangenaam7840 didn't said it was a good thing. I don't like it ether, but pointed out such a change. This just shows Nike is trying to let other people buy the boots, they're just that popular.

[@ev1627]

I absolutely love this silhouette of the merc but I won’t be buying these because I have thin feet and I hate dead space in the midfoot which these will definitely have because of the last they went with. It’s super annoying for me with a skinny foot but it’s amazing for those with wide and thicker feet who’ve never had the option to choose a merc due to its overall tight fit. It’s a bummer because it’s the only Nike option I would always go for now I’m looking at adidas options from now on.

[@w1nterS0ldier17]

@@ev1627 If you get to try them at least, would like to hear your thoughts - whether they fit the same or not. Don't think the new perforations should affect our experience but the technique is used to allow for slightly bigger stretch (if your foot forces it) (EDIT: I might be getting the new ones but around August)

[@ev1627]

@@w1nterS0ldier17 well then looks like you will be the one trying them first than me 😂! I’ve tried the vapor 15 like the pink pair in this video and my mid foot leaves empty space in the passing side of the foot. For example, if I were to receive a pass it would be like the ball touches the material first then a little later I feel the material make contact with my skin. Sometimes there’s no sensation at all which is the worst. It throws me off and it feels super awkward so if Josh says that these new mercs are going to have a less tight wrap to them I’m cooked. I have the foot of a chicken. I need material supporting the entire arch for me to feel satisfied 😂. “Visual” Normal: --> ⚽️ | 🦶 Me: --> ⚽️ | (space ) 🦶

[@connorwilke1340]

Adidas and Nike going back to the old roots in their own ways. Love to see outdated tech be revised into something amazing.

[@khangnguyenan8620]

Considering the Mercurial Pro model usually has a similar upper compared to the Elite, how much different do you think this generation Pro model will be conpared to the Elite? I imagine the Pro upper won’t have the Gripknit and Atomknit, but it will still have the Elite’s Flyknit material. Considering it’s a takedown version, this will be a very impressive feature, and could even a better choice for players who would not want too much grip on their Mercurials.

[@KozyxKhi]

Well if I’m not mistaken the only thing the Superfly 9 pros didn’t have was the zoom unit everything else was the same so I would expect the same from the 10s but only time will tell

[@dsanchez9703]

I say upgrade, that grip knit is going to make a difference

[@Yr87.5]

No I am playing whit the super fly 9 the same on this video and the grip is so Good

[@seyitojuoluwasakin1365]

Yes VAPOR 13 skin is back. Best boot I ever worn

[@HiltonFen]

The 15s are LEGENDARY!

[@senseikanacke69]

That grip knit is crazy wished they would have added zoomx in the heel. Kinda like a ring under the studs

[@RedEyePergo]

I just buy top end boots on ebay a couple years after theyve been replaced by newer models . Got some Puma Ultra 1.4s for $25 and love them my back up pairs are OG Hypervenoms and Mizuno Morelia Beta 2s . Spent under $100 for each

[@crayb89]

Either I got a bad pair or what but the 16’s in my usual size, felt terrible. My feet were screaming to get them off and I have the 15’s in 10.5 and my feet love them. I shouldn’t have to order a half size up for this new generation so idk what is going on but staying with the 15’s.

[@venabel]

Bro i had the Same Problem but they werd too big and Nike would not take em back because i wore them already. This seems like it’s a common thing for th new vapors but i literally cant wear mine because im sliding around. Just bought the old gen and Size was perfect

[@crayb89]

@@venabel Dang, I was able to return mine fortunately. Idk how big they are but you could try wearing grip socks in them and that might work or if they’re still in great condition you could just sell them

[@KudoEditing]

Amazing video really helpful thank you 🙏

[@feyi8]

How does the height and volume compare on both generations?

[@devantelewis6774]

They could’ve at least gave us a zoomx insole on the new mercs

[@jesusantunez2237]

6:03 facts I have the superfly 9 nd I got bad heel blisters on both of my foot nd my heels took about a month to healed up from the blisters

[@salmanalfarizi7829]

I have wait this review someday

[@mwf650]

Are the new mercs wide in the heel like the last ones were?

[@lloydpaton6743]

Will the new ones have the same problem with the Ag elite soleplate cracking?

[@m3pilot19]

I know it’s only 5 bucks but fyi retail for these Vapors is $270.. I bought a pair for my son on the Nike app yesterday.

[@nobody_nos3]

Yo bro would you go for the Vapor 15 pros or the f50 pros?

[@German_Editz25]

I personally suggest for your position If you stay to be winger I’d suggest Vapor 15 but If you are a attacker with low running including cam and st And other position such as mids use f50 so yea wingers Vapor’s And rest remains f50 excluding defenders

[@supern9v4]

how come?

[@Hem4L]

Bro the grip on a speedboot, Hell Nah, if i speed dribble i don't need my foot to stuck on the ball...

[@arzola.daniel]

Does it affect speed dribbling?

[@Hem4L]

@@arzola.daniel yes especially on AG

[@MarcoVara97]

Bro that’s true I speed dribble and sometimes the ball gets stuck to my foot lol on ag

[@wasiner3850]

How u gonna finish well if u dont have a good grip tho

[@kevinvictoria3957]

@@wasiner3850you don’t need grip when you follow through on your shot. Grip is for ball retention not acceleration so it won’t make a difference.

[@SHaDoWzXHaWk]

Not sure if anyone has any clue about this but, when would Nike ID become available for the Superfly 10?

[@aqeelyounus8836]

The colourways will be my deciding factor if i buy the 15s or the 16s. I like the pink 15s, the blueprint 16s would get too dirty as i play on really muddy pitches. Will wait for the 16 colourways

[@jackclowsley1160]

the first 16 colour way is already ass 😂 im going for the pink 15s

[@epicvisionater7581]

@@jackclowsley1160Exactly.If they done like a pink version or something like the superlfy 9s i wouldve bought it

[@marocccosta]

which one do you prefer mercurial rising gem or the mercurial blueprint?

[@EvanGraves-y8t]

I think I will enjoy this gx vapor in AG

[@parispierre10]

I’m waiting for the AGs too

[@manishashrestha9408]

where do u get superfly 9’s in pink?

[@hieverything123]

Guys is it good for goalkeeper?

[@felixwall8052]

Can someone tell me the best or just a really good boot for controlling the ball and dribbling. Price doesn’t matter

[@muhammadyusufpradyanto2245]

Hey bro, so i’m currently using the adidas x speedportal.1 and it feels good and i love it. I want to buy superly, but the question is, should i buy the superfly 9 or the new superfly 10 to get the same feeling and true to size as the x speedportal?

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

There’s a big difference between the Speedportal and the Mercs in general, but the Superfly 9 would definitely be the closer comparison in terms of feel

[@muhammadyusufpradyanto2245]

Btw, in terms of shooting, which football boot is the best between superfly 9 and superfly 10?

[@taliban223ms3]

@@muhammadyusufpradyanto2245well, one of them adds +10 power while one is only +8

[@muhammadyusufpradyanto2245]

Thanks bro

[@sacredraptor]

@@Soccerreviewsforyouthe real question is , is the vapor 15 an upgrade from the speed portal 1

[@Khione167]

I wear a 6 in the puma future ultimate. I have a wide feet. Should i get it?

[@619akil]

Vapor 15 > Vapor 16

[@상-x8n]

Please review the f50 messi pro version compared to elite!

[@Ag77kset]

Is there going to be ag version on the new mercurials?

[@npc2k]

Yes released already

[@Sasuke_Car]

I just got vapor 15 a month ago it’s not bad but I want the grip knit it’s just tbh over all it’s not worth an upgrade just save your money

[@brianrusberg647]

I dont see the hype behind the new ones

[@ev1627]

It seems the only improvements or additions is the gripknit and the more distributed sensation of the sole plate and a lesser tight feeling as Josh described.

[@brianrusberg647]

@ev1627 Yeah,imo the older one looks better, and I don't believe in the whole gripknit, and honestly, I like the boots we got last season from adidas,puma and nike and feel like they are the best I've seen design wise and technologically

[@Worstpt2player]

@@ev1627gripknit is just to hit the ball better not faster, honestly it’s a tie between vapor 16 and 15, I wish I could get F50 elites but they’re sold out everywhere

[@zanethebest9925]

miss vapor x

[@israelll4788]

Fr the most beautiful mercurial

[@krisdavis9995]

Josh, Phantom GX2 or new Vapors? If you had to choose one.

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

The shaping of the GX2 is a little more comfortable for my foot type and preferences. I also tend to prefer a more padded feel to the upper. Both are excellent, but quite a bit different in regards to fit and overall feel, despite both offering GripKnit as a feature

[@chestergreenway4495]

GOD bless you and your family

[@antreas6508]

I wear 40 2/3 size on adidas x crazyfast , is the same size on this vapor 16??

[@danielsoccer4311]

I should go for 41

[@Sasuke_Car]

Tbh there nothing new all I see is vapor 13 sole plat on the new ones and phantom gx gripnite added plus the older one is lighter by few grams

[@azzazz4549]

The upper on the pink ones are Horrible! It's very hard to bend your foot in them

[@ev1627]

Did you break them in? Because I know those are a recent release and boots take a good 2-5 sessions to warm up and soften the upper. If they stay stiff and rigid for an entire season then yea I wouldn’t recommend. I’ve never tried them but I know the feeling of synthetic cleats and some do break in nicely others feel like they never do.

[@Topyaz]

vapor 15 pro or superfly 9 acedamy

[@Soccerreviewsforyou]

The 15 Pro is a better quality boot

[@Topyaz]

@@Soccerreviewsforyou what about vapor 15 academy and superfly 9 academy

[@nurunnahar928]

I like Superfly 9 more than 10

[@filipjakimov5816]

G video

[@GemaUuuu]

Hello, do you know which is better at directional changes?

[@exiledzeta]

the older vapor 15's are going to be better because the stud pattern is triangular compared to forward chevrons.

[@GemaUuuu]

@@exiledzeta thank you

[@erniecarrasco9107]

Never paying that much for plastic junk

[@EdwinCarias-t7v]

Is it possible if anyone could give me new cleats anything would help

[@Feanaro5503]

That pink colorway is one of the worst ever

[@kacpermajewski81]

No one thinks that

[@chanchaniceman]

Worse is it being the final general release colorway of the Vapor 15

[@ev1627]

It’s good it just looks way too simple and stylish like it’s meant to be on a sneaker instead of a sporty and sharp look Nike is known for in the past. The simplistic design Nike goes with can be a hit or a miss.

[@darkenvoy9991]

First lol