Having trouble deciding on a brand? Model? What does Club/Pro/Elite mean? This guide breaks down what each soccer boot model offers in the common brands.
At the bottom of the page, you can find an explanation of the difference of the each shoe grade. 
Nike
|  | Superfly
High top, often referred to as a "sock" or a "cuff"Medium width throughout shoeIncludes an "Air Zoom Unit under the insole for cushioningThe wave-like stud pattern offers traction, the chevron studs are great for those looking for speedThe Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughoutThe Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball   | 
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 | Vapor
Low top version of the Superfly. Has all the great features of the Superfly without the cuff, for those that don't like it.Medium width throughout shoeIncludes an "Air Zoom Unit under the insole for cushioningThe wave-like stud pattern offers traction, the chevron studs are great for those looking for speedThe Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughoutThe Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball | 
|  | Phantom Luna
High top, often referred to as a "sock" or a "cuff"Offers a more contoured fit; a narrower heel, the midfoot widens out into the ball of the foot, with a more pointed toe boxCyclone 360 traction offers improved agility when making cuts and helps reduce rotational tractionAsymmetric lacing offers a large touch surface when dribbling, passing and scoringA repositioned lacing pattern allows for increased midfoot adjustability to accommodate players with flatter or higher archesThe Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughoutThe Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball | 
|  | Phantom GX
Low top for those who don't like the high top of the Phantom Luna
Offers a more contoured fit; a narrower heel, the midfoot widens out into the ball of the foot, with a more pointed toe boxCyclone 360 traction offers improved agility when making cuts and helps reduce rotational tractionAsymmetric lacing offers a large touch surface when dribbling, passing and scoringA repositioned lacing pattern allows for increased midfoot adjustability to accommodate players with flatter or higher archesThe Pro and Elite boots offer Flyknit material on the upper for a snug fit throughoutThe Pro and Elite offer Gripknit technology for enhanced touch of the ball | 
|  | Legend
FlyTouch Plus engineered leather for a soft feel. It helps the cleat mold to your foot for comfort without overstretching the materialA blend of conical and bladed studs offer optimal traction and stability when braking and changing direction, just right under any conditionsThe Pro's and Elites offer Flyknit around the ankle., which gives you a secure feelThe Pro's and Elites have microdots on the upper, which amplifies touch zones for grip of the ball without sacrificing the sleek look | 
 
Adidas
|  | Predator
Medium width boot, flexible HybridTouch 2.0 upper for a lightweight feelHybridTouch 2.0 upper with Strikeskin elements for precision shooting
A Controlplate 2.0 outsole keeps you stable on firm ground | 
| ![]()   | F50
Narrow fit with a more pointed toe box. Fibertouch upper with Sprintweb 3D texture for grip of the ballSprintframe 360 firm ground outsole helps with speedTextile lining on the inside and a stretchy tongue makes the boot hug the foot comfortably | 
|  | Copa
Medium width bootFusionskin leather forefoot delivers a soft touchEngineered primeknit upper for comfortable lockdown and support
Great for those with wider feet who want a boot that stretches and molds to their foot
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Puma
|  | Future
Medium to Wide fitFUZIONFIT360: Upper that combines technical double mesh, extra stretch knit, PWRPRINT and two layers of PWRTAPE, for a perfect fit3D textures on the main areas of contact with the ball, for optimal touch and controlmicro-perforated heel paddingDynamic Motion System with an advanced stud configuration is designed for the perfect balance of support, traction, and agility.  | 
|  | Ultra
Narrow fit with a pointed toe boxMinimum weight for maximum speed with the re-engineered high-performance ULTRAWEAVE upper material  PWRTAPE provides natural support and stability for quick changes of pace and directionLightweight removable sockliner with NanoGrip technology keeps the foot from slipping inside the cleatDual-density SPEEDPLATE outsole for next-level traction and propulsion FG/AG: Firm ground/Artificial ground outsole | 
|  | King
Narrow to medium fitKnitted low-cut slip-on construction ensures a comfortable fitK-BETTER upper made with 60% recycled nylon from post-industrial wasteLightweight outsole with external heel counter, integrated stability spine, and conical studs for maximum maneuverability | 
Difference between the shoe grades
| Club (Nike) Club (Adidas) Play (Puma) | 
Price point typically below $100Always Multi-Ground friendly cleatsInside material has more paddingOuter material is typically smoothOften a narrow fitGreat for beginners, those on a budget, or those that seek more padding in a boot 
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| Academy (Nike) League (Adidas) Match (Puma) | 
Price point typically around $115 to $140Often Multi-Ground but not alwaysInside material still padded, but boot is thinner and more form-fitted, allowing for better feel of the ballOuter material starts to introduce grip, which helps with ball controlGreat for beginners, those on a budget, or those that seek more padding in a boot, with a lightweight feel or increased touch 
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| Pro (Nike) Pro (Adidas) Pro (Puma) | 
Price point typically around $160 to $230Sometimes Multi-Ground but not alwaysInside material is thin and form-fitted for improved feel of the ball and allows for a lighter boot which helps with speed.Outer material has improved grip, sometimes even feels slightly "sticky" which enhances ball controlGreat for those who want to get into the more professional range of shoes   | 
| Elite (Nike)  Elite (Adidas) Ultimate (Puma) | 
Price point typically around $300 to $400Sometimes Multi-Ground but not alwaysInside material is the thinnest yet, allowing for ample feel of the ball and a very light boot for speedOuter material has enhanced grip technology, feels "sticky" to the touch for grip of the ballConsidered a professional level soccer boot. These are what the pros wear!  |