Nike Cosmic Unity 3
Released 5/2023, ,
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Performance Ratings
8.0
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
7.9
USER RATING
4 ratings
Performance Summary
Nike's Cosmic Unity 3 offers tons of support and durability.
Pros
The shoe is sturdy and supportive
Great for outdoor play
Cons
Feels bulky
The drop-in midsole feels dense
Best Suitable For: This shoe is potentially an excellent pick for outdoor players.
Category Performance Ratings
7.6
Traction
Thick multi-directional grooves with solid rubber. Durable outdoors and grippy on clean courts, but some testers saw slippage before break-in.
7.2
Cushion
Drop-in midsole with dense responsive foam and no Zoom units. Feels stiff and less bouncy but retains fair responsiveness.
8.6
Materials
Flyknit-like recycled upper with heavy padding. Comfortable and durable but adds noticeable weight and reduces breathability.
8.6
Support
Firm heel counter and structured upper with containment threads. Excellent heel lockdown and stable lateral support for quick cuts.
8.2
Fit
Runs true to size with a snug overall fit. Midfoot is roomier and wide feet are generally accommodated comfortably.
100%
Outdoor
Thick grooves and solid rubber outsole provide strong outdoor durability. Holds up well on rough courts with long wear life.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most players. Wide-footed players may prefer a half size up for extra length.
narrow
wide
Width
Fits normal to wide feet well. Not narrow and suitable for 2E widths, though some prefer half size up for extra comfort.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Nike Cosmic Unity 3 |  Nike G.T. Cut Academy |  Nike Ja 2 |  Adidas AE 2 |  Jordan Luka 3 |  Nike KD 18 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.0 | 8.2(0.2) | 8.1(0.1) | 8.5(0.5) | 8.2(0.2) | 8.2(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 7.9 | 8.8(0.9) | 8.6(0.7) | 8.8(0.9) | 9.2(1.3) | 8.6(0.7) | |
| Best Price | $169.99 | $66.97 $95 | $60.97 $120 | $129.99 | $129.99 $140 | $70.97 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | ||||
| Weight | NA | 340g - 350g | 330g - 340g | 420g - 430g | 380g - 390g | 420g - 430g |
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
Expert Rating: 8.0 (ranks #310 of 381)
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8.2
May 9, 2023
The Nike Cosmic Unity 3 performed better than expected. It's a bulky but sturdy shoe and is well-suited for outdoor play.
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8.2
May 9, 2023
The Nike Cosmic Unity 3 is a sturdy and contained shoe. The build and materials help improve the support and lockdown quite a bit.
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8.0
May 4, 2023
The Nike Cosmic Unity 3 is a step down from the 2. The cushioning took a step back, and the traction was inconsistent. It is durable and sturdy, though.
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8.0
May 23, 2023
The Nike Cosmic Unity 3 is a decent shoe, but it feels like a downgrade from its predecessors. The cushioning is responsive but stiff, and the shoe is somewhat heavy.
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7.8
August 25, 2023
The Nike Cosmic Unity 3 caters to outdoor play. The traction is durable, and the materials are comfortable. The cushioning isn't as bouncy as in past seasons, but it is responsive.
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User Reviews of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
User Rating: 7.9 (ranks #300 of 381)
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8.5
August 26, 2023
These shoes are not great for indoor as they are heavy and offer less cushion than alternatives. However they are perfect for exactly what they were designed for; outdoor use. The uppers are strongly stitched and hold your feet perfectly in place with memory foam on the underneath of the upper to form right to your feet. The drop in midsole also forms perfectly to your feet after a few days giving this shoe the most stability of any in my collection. And lastly the shoe is extra durable.
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7.4
June 22, 2023
HUGE Disappointment Following Up On Cosmic 2s! They Removed The Zoom Strobel, Making The Cushion Awful And These Are Also Ugly As Heck. Traction Doesn't Bite Well Either And Feels Very Heavy.
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9.0
August 8, 2023
Wide shoe, good durability, traction is decent. I think its a great overall shoe for alot of ppl with wide feet
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Traction of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
Expert Traction Rating: 7.6 (ranks #339 of 381)
User Traction Rating: 7.8 (ranks #295 of 381)
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8.0
May 9, 2023
The traction is decent but not great. Dust pickup is not an issue.
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8.0
May 9, 2023
The rubber grabs courts well.
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6.0
May 4, 2023
The traction did not perform too well. I experienced more slippage than I'd like.
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8.0
May 23, 2023
After breaking in the traction, it performs nicely. Dust pickup is cumbersome, though.
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8.0
August 25, 2023
The grip is decent. I didn't experience many issues.
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Cushion of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.2 (ranks #357 of 381)
User Cushion Rating: 6.8 (ranks #327 of 381)
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7.0
May 9, 2023
The cushioning feels stiff. The foam is not soft, but responsiveness is okay.
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7.0
May 9, 2023
The drop-in midsole feels very dense.
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8.0
May 4, 2023
The drop-in midsole feels good, but it's a downgrade from the Cosmic Unity 2. It feels dense.
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7.0
May 23, 2023
The cushioning is a downgrade from the Cosmic Unity 1 and 2. The drop-in midsole feels thin. The foam is stiff, but the shoe has good responsiveness.
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7.0
August 25, 2023
The cushioning is a downgrade. The drop-in midsole is responsive and plush. The shoe loses a lot of bounce from the lack of Zoom cushioning.
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Materials of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.6 (ranks #69 of 381)
User Materials Rating: 9.0 (ranks #54 of 381)
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8.0
May 9, 2023
Nike uses Flyknit throughout the upper, and the shoe feels well-padded.
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9.0
May 9, 2023
The upper has decent breathability, and the threads help with containment. The durability is impressive.
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9.0
May 4, 2023
The shoe is heavy. It feels well-padded and plush. The tongue is one of my favourite parts of the sneaker too. It felt so good on foot.
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9.0
May 23, 2023
The materials are supportive, comfortable, and cozy. I really like the tongue too.
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8.0
August 25, 2023
Nike uses recycled materials on the upper. It feels similar to Flyknit. For performance, the upper is comfortable and containing. It's not too breathable, though.
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Support of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
Expert Support Rating: 8.6 (ranks #140 of 381)
User Support Rating: 8.8 (ranks #126 of 381)
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9.0
May 9, 2023
The stability is excellent. It's not flexible, but the support is there.
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9.0
May 9, 2023
In terms of containment in the shoe, there isn't much better. The heel counter also offers tons of stability.
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9.0
May 4, 2023
Heel lockdown is phenomenal. The support and lockdown are great. I had no issues.
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8.0
May 23, 2023
I had zero issues with support because of the materials.
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8.0
August 25, 2023
I had no heel slippage, and the overall containment felt good.
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Fit of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.2 (ranks #209 of 381)
User Fit Rating: 7.5 (ranks #318 of 381)
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9.0
May 9, 2023
The fit of the Cosmic Unity 3 is much better than the 2. The midfoot feels spacious.
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8.0
May 9, 2023
The fit is the biggest pitfall. The plastic on the lateral side caused some discomfort, but the feeling disappeared after some games.
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8.0
May 4, 2023
The shoe feels bulky, but the fit is snug.
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8.0
May 23, 2023
The shoe fits really snugly, especially length-wise. I enjoy playing in a snug fit, though.
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8.0
August 25, 2023
The fit feels surprisingly good.
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Durability of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
User Durability Rating: 9.0 (ranks #59 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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Outdoor of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 100.0 (ranks #11 of 381)
User Outdoor Rating: 87.5 (ranks #53 of 381)
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Fair (50%)
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good
May 9, 2023
The Cosmic Unity 3 is outdoor-friendly.
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good
May 9, 2023
The outsole will hold up outdoors.
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good
May 4, 2023
This shoe might be one of the best outdoor sneakers for the year.
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good
May 23, 2023
The grooves are deep and thick, while the rubber is solid outdoors.
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good
August 25, 2023
The rubber is durable enough for outdoor use.
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Width of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
2
regular
5
slightly wide
2
very wide
0
regularly wide
May 9, 2023
The shoe is not narrow.
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regularly wide
May 9, 2023
People with 2E feet can go true to size if they prefer a snug fit or up half a size for more comfort.
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slightly wide
May 4, 2023
This shoe is excellent for wide-footers.
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regularly wide
May 23, 2023
The width feels normal.
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slightly narrow
August 25, 2023
Go half a size up if you have a wide foot.
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Size of the Nike Cosmic Unity 3:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
7
slightly long
2
very long
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true to size
May 9, 2023
Going true to size worked for me.
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true to size
May 9, 2023
Go true to size if you have narrow or medium feet.
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true to size
May 4, 2023
I went true to size.
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true to size
May 23, 2023
I went true to size, but most people might prefer going up half a size.
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true to size
August 25, 2023
I went true to size.
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