Adidas AE 2
Released 10/2025, Low Top, Anthony Edwards,
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8.6
EXPERT RATING
8 reviews
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The Adidas AE 2 offers the same performance as the AE 1 at a lighter weight.
Best Suitable For:
This shoe is best for quick and shifty players.
Price Comparison:
Available at 4 shops | Official Retail Price: $129.99
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Weight & Sizing:
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Sizing:
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Width:
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Adidas AE 2 |  Jordan Luka 3 |  Nike KD 18 |  Adidas Harden Volume 9 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Air Jordan 40 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.6 | 8.2(0.4) | 8.2(0.4) | 8.5(0.1) | 8.9(0.3) | 9.0(0.4) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.3 | 8.6 | 9.4 | 9.4 | NA | |
| Best Price | $129.99 | $129.99 $140 | $72.97 $160 | $101.97 $160 | $149 | $205 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 380g - 390g | NA | 410g - 420g | NA | NA |
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Adidas AE 2 Review
Pros:
Lighter materials
Excellent traction performance
Cons:
Lack of outsole durability
Cushioning is firm
Performance of the Adidas AE 2:
Adidas delivers another strong performer with the AE 2.
Reviewers agree that the traction performance is excellent. However, you have to make sure to wipe off dust.
The cushioning is on the firmer side. Impact protection isn't the best, but the ride is responsive and quick.
Materials are the main difference with this new model. The upper is much lighter, and the comfort feels good. There is also plenty of padding.
Even with updated materials, the support and lockdown are excellent. The lateral containment is solid, and the shoe feels stable.
The performance feels familiar, but the lighter materials really make a difference for the Adidas AE 2.
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Expert Reviews of the Adidas AE 2:
Expert Rating: 8.6 (ranks #100 of 369)
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The Adidas AE 2 has phenomenal traction and lockdown. The materials are also much improved.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
This shoe is a lot better than the first one. The Adidas AE 2 is awesome. I love the upgraded materials, and the traction feels perfect.
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8.8
November 14, 2025
The Adidas AE 2 is a solid performance shoe. I wish they had more impact protection, but the support and traction are top-tier.
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8.7
October 19, 2025
I really like the follow-up Adidas AE 2 compared to the 1. The support is fantastic, and the traction worked well for me.
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8.5
October 19, 2025
There is no sophomore slump for the Adidas AE 2. I think they did a great job with this model. I love the traction and materials upgrade.
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8.4
October 19, 2025
If you like the AE 1, you'll also like the AE 2. The main standout is the lighter materials.
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8.2
November 2, 2025
The Adidas AE 2 is a solid shoe for the price. It's lighter and more comfortable, but most improvements are minor.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I think the Adidas AE 2 is an A-tier shoe. I like the lighter materials, and the traction was surprisingly good.
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User Reviews of the Adidas AE 2:
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Traction of the Adidas AE 2:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.8 (ranks #143 of 369)
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The traction is elite. The performance is excellent.
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10.0
October 19, 2025
I have almost zero complaints. The traction performance is perfect.
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9.0
November 14, 2025
The traction is grippy right off the bat. Make sure to wipe the outsole on dirtier courts.
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8.5
October 19, 2025
I didn't have any issues with the support. Make sure to wipe if you're playing on dirtier courts.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
This outsole has one of the best bites I've tested. It's a top-tier traction performance.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The tread was initially very sticky, but the dust pickup caused me to slip. You have to keep the dust off.
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8.0
November 2, 2025
The overall traction performance is pretty good. Make sure to wipe on dustier courts.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance is strong and consistent. This is a welcome surprise.
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Cushion of the Adidas AE 2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.9 (ranks #280 of 369)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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8.5
October 19, 2025
The cushioning is firm and responsive rather than plush. I wish the impact protection were better.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The cushioning setup is similar, but it feels less Boost-like. It's slightly firmer with similar impact protection.
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8.0
November 14, 2025
I felt responsive and agile during play. The cushioning is low to the ground. It caters to shiftier players. The impact protection is lacking.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The cushioning feels subtle. The impact protection is decent but nothing crazy. It's not a bad setup. I enjoyed it.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
Cushioning is the only category that doesn't improve much. It's nice and soft with good impact protection.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The cushioning feels slightly bouncy. It's not squishy and is a bit stiffer.
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8.0
November 2, 2025
I like how the cushioning setup feels. It caters to responsiveness with a bit of bounce.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The cushioning feels average. There's no soft or plush feeling. It's subtle cushioning.
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Materials of the Adidas AE 2:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #57 of 369)
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The materials are noticeably lighter and are more breathable.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The materials are the best upgrade. The upper moves well, and it feels like it contours to my feet. I like the flexibility and malleability.
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9.0
November 14, 2025
Adidas cut a lot of weight with the updated materials. I like the direction they went with this upper.
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8.5
October 19, 2025
I prefer the materials on the AE 1, but this pair is comfy. I like that the shoe is lighter with the same performance.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The material setup on the AE 2 is a major upgrade. I love the shoe being lighter and not as stiff. The ventilation is also better than expected.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The padding is insane. The upper materials are much lighter, but the breathability is not as good as expected.
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8.0
November 2, 2025
The materials deviate from the AE 1. It feels better on my feet, and it's lighter.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The materials make this shoe a lot lighter. It feels lighter, faster, and more flexible. The quality is cheaper, but the performance is better.
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Support of the Adidas AE 2:
Expert Support Rating: 9.0 (ranks #22 of 369)
User Support Rating: NA
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9.5
October 19, 2025
The heel lockdown is exceptional, and the torsional plate feels supportive.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The materials and fit help the support keep you contained. The heel is extra sturdy, which I like.
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9.0
November 14, 2025
Lateral support remains solid despite the updated materials. This is a very supportive shoe.
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9.5
October 19, 2025
The shoe has fantastic lockdown, especially around the heel. I like the wide and stable base, too.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The shoe is not as stiff but is still very supportive. I think this is an upgrade. I didn't have any issues with the support.
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10.0
October 19, 2025
The heel counter is sturdy, and it cups your ankle nicely. The lockdown and containment are out of this world.
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9.0
November 2, 2025
I thought the support felt great. The heel containment feels better with time, and the materials keep you planted on the footbed.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I didn't have any issues with support once I got the correct size. No heel slippage issues either.
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Fit of the Adidas AE 2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.4 (ranks #116 of 369)
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8.5
October 19, 2025
The fit is very snug because of the extra padding in the shoe.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The fit also feels a lot better. It breaks in nicely.
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9.0
November 14, 2025
The fit is one of the best features. It hugs your feet nicely.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The fit feels snug and secure. There's no extra volume, which I much prefer.
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8.5
October 19, 2025
The rubber sections take some time to break in, but the fit feels decent.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The shoe is slightly long, but the rest of the fit is fairly accommodating.
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8.0
November 2, 2025
The fit feels almost the same as the AE 1. I didn't have any extra space in the toe box.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The fit feels slightly roomy and long.
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Durability of the Adidas AE 2:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Adidas AE 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #303 of 369)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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October 19, 2025
The durability may not hold up well outdoors.
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no
October 19, 2025
The outsole rubber is not durable.
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no
November 14, 2025
This outsole won't last on outdoor courts.
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no
October 19, 2025
I would not take this pair outdoors.
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no
October 19, 2025
I think this pair will wear down quickly outdoors.
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no
October 19, 2025
It's probably not a good idea to take this pair outdoors.
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Width of the Adidas AE 2:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
October 19, 2025
The toe box is tapered and narrow.
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slightly narrow
October 19, 2025
The toe box is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
October 19, 2025
2E feet can go true to size.
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regularly wide
October 19, 2025
The width is decent.
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Size of the Adidas AE 2:
very small
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slightly long
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true to size
October 19, 2025
Go true to size for a snug fit.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
Go true to size.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
I went true to size.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
I recommend going true to size.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
Narrow feet can go true to size for a roomy fit or down half a size for a performance fit. Medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
November 2, 2025
I think the shoe runs true to size.
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½ size large
October 19, 2025
I recommend going half a size down.
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