If you're looking for the best Adidas soccer cleats, then you're in luck - we've created a comprehensive guide to all of the offerings the German brand currently has.
With one of the most recognisable names within the sports world, Adidas also creates some of the best soccer cleats on the market. Boasting some of the biggest stars past and present, from David Beckham through to Jude Bellingham, there is clear heritage and quality to the Three Stripes.
Nike, Puma and New Balance are clear competitors, sure, but Adidas have arguably the most iconic cleat in the Predator, with the Copa Munidal the oldest model still in production today.
So here, you'll find the best Adidas soccer cleats on the market right now...
Best Adidas soccer cleats 2024
The Adidas Speedportal X cleats dropped with an accompanying special short film from Rick and Morty(Image credit: Pro Direct)
Adidas X SPEEDPORTAL
Cleats straight from the feet of Mohamed Salah – via Rick and Morty
Our expert review:
Specifications
Colourways: Solar Green/Core Black/Solar Yellow, Core Black/Solar Red/Solar Green
As worn by : Mohamed Salah, Alessia Russo, Lionel Messi
Reasons to buy
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Redesigned heel
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The lightest boots about
Reasons to avoid
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Few colours just yet
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Very tight: you may need the next size up
Released in conjunction with a specially made Rick and Morty short, the Adidas X SPEEDPORTAL cleats are a natural evolution from the last X model while upgrading on the look, feel and comfort of the model.
As worn by : David Alaba, Paul Pogba, Millie Bright
Reasons to buy
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Four zones to aid with touch
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Multiple colourways that look amazing
Reasons to avoid
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Not the most iconic Predators
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Heavier than some boots
The Predator is basically the Routemaster bus of soccer: a design classic that pops up in everyday life without you so much as noticing these days… and actually, the updated versions are cooler than many of the vintage models.
Controversial? Yeah, but we're going there. While old Preds were given the task of simply improving David Beckham's sweeping crosses, the Predator Edge are tailor-made for the modern baller, with panels all over to aid control, walloping from 30 yards and, of course, the occasional Goldenballs-style ping. The Predators are well and truly in their renaissance – and we're loving it.
Adidas do "no-frills" awesomely well. They proved it with the original F50 cleats that launched in the mid-2000s complete with Djibril Cisse ad campaigns of the Frenchman donning tribal paint. The Copa Sense is the natural successor to those beasts – but may we go out on a limb and suggest they're now more iconic?
Worn by the likes of Jude Bellingham and Joao Felix, the Copa Sense is a defined understatement, stripping back the soccer cleat to its bare essentials. These cleats are immensely comfortable, perfect for any player who prides themselves on their first touch and despite the simplistic design, they look hella cool – whatever colour you get them in.
One for refereeing officials, the old guard and hipsters alike, there's simply nothing like the Copa Mundial soccer cleats, no matter how many times Adidas reinvent the wheel.
For the sheer comfort, nostalgia and reliability, it's virtually impossible to top these brilliant cleats, which still look as wonderful now as they did on black and white TV sets. The Adidas Copa Mundial is an icon – and if you're a soccer nerd, you deserve a pair of these at least once in your lifetime. You can have them in any colour: so long as it's black.
Our expert testers with an abundance of experience in testing soccer cleats puts each pair through their paces across several training sessions and games. Focusing on a range of key factors, such as stability, fit, comfort and feel, we put a brand's claim to the actual test through wearing the cleats first-hand.
The testers are able to cut through the marketing jargon straight to the crux of the detail, with their simple yet detailed advice suitable for players of all levels.
Factors that are important to consumers will be flagged through our in-depth knowledge of the market.
How to choose the best soccer cleats
With an array of options available, the soccer cleat market can be a minefield at times. Adidas naturally try and sell as many of their products as possible, so it will constantly championing the latest tech that will supposedly improve every aspect of your game.
That might not be true, though, so it's down to what best suits you and your playstyle. Ultimately, it's personal preference, but there are important factors to consider when looking for your next pair...
Getting the right fit
Trying a pair on in store is always advisable before they're brought, because sizing is the most important thing to consider when initially buy a new pair of soccer cleats. This helps you get the perfect length and width, with pairs of the same size varying across brands.
Plus, foot-shape can affect which pair of cleats you buy, because wider feet might need more room while narrower feet are in need of tighter fitting options. This is especially important when it comes to laceless cleats, because there's even less adaptability without laces.
Ultimately, though, it's all personal - so trying before buying is essential.
Styling
Once you've found a pair of cleats that fit perfectly, choosing the color and design is the next area to think about. Adidas often release a vast amount of different colorways for the exact same cleats, so there's always something for everyone.
Whatever your personality or preference, there are likely many pairs that complement it perfectly.
Leather or synthetic
Synthetic uppers are thinner and therefore more lightweight, but offer little in the way of protection. Conversely, leather is generally more comfortable and padded, but can sometimes be a bit bulky and reduce the feeling on the ball. The former is also generally a lot lighter, so it might come down to which position on the pitch you're playing and the feeling you want from your cleats.
There is also the option of leather-imitating synthetics that represent a nice in between. These are often more lightweight than natural leather but come with much of the same comfort and pliability.
Despite this, it does simply come down to personal preference. Defenders don't have to conform to the norm and opt for leather options – if they prefer a lightweight speed boot, then let's go!
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Ed is a staff writer at FourFourTwo, working across the magazine and website. A German speaker, he’s been working as a football reporter in Berlin since 2015, predominantly covering the Bundesliga and Germany's national team. Favourite FFT features include an exclusive interview with Jude Bellingham following the youngster’s move to Borussia Dortmund in 2020, a history of the Berlin Derby since the fall of the Wall and a celebration of Kevin Keegan’s playing career.
