Models / Comparisons / adidas Predator vs Nike Phantom
adidas Predator vs Nike Phantom
Differences
Both are control and precision boots. The Predator grips the ball with rubber elements on the upper and has a Strikeframe plate on the Elite; the Phantom 6 Elite uses grippy Gripknit and Cyclone 360 traction. Choose by upper: rubber or knit.
- Upper: mesh with rubber grip elements (Predator Elite); grippy Gripknit (Phantom 6 Elite).
- Sole: Strikeframe plate (Predator Elite); Cyclone 360 circular forefoot traction (Phantom 6 Elite).
- Fit: Nike says most players fit their usual size in the Phantom 6.
- History: the Predator came out in 1994; the Phantom in 2018, after Magista and Hypervenom.
| adidas Predator | Nike Phantom | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Released in 1994, based on an idea by former footballer Craig Johnston. | 2018 line that succeeded the Magista and Hypervenom boots. |
| Kind | Football | Football |
| Upper | Rubber elements on the upper to grip the ball. | Gripknit upper with a grippy texture for ball control (Phantom 6 Elite). |
| Sole | — | Cyclone 360 circular traction in the forefoot (Phantom 6 Elite). |
| Fit and sizing | — | Nike says most players fit their usual size (Phantom 6). |
| Made for | Players who want ball control and accurate striking. | Players who want precision in passing and shooting. |
Price and sizes
| adidas Predator | Nike Phantom | |
|---|---|---|
| Price from (adult pairs) | 22,00 € | 22,00 € |
| Usual price (adult pairs) | 82,50 € | 90,00 € |
| Under their usual price today | 221 of 475 | 131 of 333 |
| Adult pairs on sale | 475 | 333 |
| Shops with stock (adult) | 36 | 17 |
| Adult sizes in stock (EU) | 36–48 2/3 | 36–47 1/2 |
| Kids' pairs on sale | 233 · from 15,00 € | 166 · from 20,00 € |
| Kids' sizes in stock (EU) | 28–38 2/3 | 32–38 1/2 |
