Adidas Believe That 1
Released 6/2026, Low Top, Anthony Edwards,
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Performance Ratings
8.0
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
NA
USER RATING
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Performance Summary
The Adidas Believe That 1 is a solid, lightweight, and affordable $100 Anthony Edwards takedown model that delivers strong aesthetics, great traction, and stable support.
Pros
Excellent traction performance
Sturdy support and lockdown
Cons
Cushioning lacks bounce
Fits slightly small
Best Suitable For: This shoe is best for players seeking solid traction and stability on a budget.
Category Performance Ratings
9.3
Traction
The thick, blade-like herringbone outsole provides phenomenal, multi-surface traction right out of the box for instantaneous stops on clean courts.
6.8
Cushion
Its full-length Dreamstrike midsole provides a lightweight, smooth ride with great court feel and responsiveness, though it feels relatively firm and lacks plush bounce.
8.0
Materials
The upper combines a durable textile mesh base with a supportive plastic and a TPU cage that looks good for the price, though it scuffs easily and offers mixed breathability.
8.8
Support
The wide base, internal heel counter, and Dreamstrike midsole sidewalls deliver solid torsional rigidity and stable lateral support with excellent overall lockdown.
7.3
Fit
Low-volume fit with no dead space and an elastic-stabilized tongue, but it is exceptionally short, snug, and tapered at the toe.
33%
Outdoor
While the outsole is thick and performs well across both indoor and outdoor surfaces, its pliable rubber composition makes it prone to rapid wear and tear.
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Sizing
The fit is slightly snug and small. Going up half a size is recommended.
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Width
The width is slightly narrow.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Adidas Believe That 1 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 Encore |  New Balance TWO WXY V3 |  Adidas D.O.N. Issue 7 |  Nike LeBron NXXT Gen |  Under Armour Curry 12 | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 8.0 | 8.9(0.9) | 8.7(0.7) | 8.7(0.7) | 8.7(0.7) | 8.5(0.5) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.5 | 8.9 | NA | 9.0 | 9.4 | |
| Best Price | $99.99 | $149 | $119.99 | $24.97 $120 | $93.97 $160 | $89.97 $150 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | 350g - 360g | 400g - 400g | 350g - 360g | NA |
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Expert Reviews of the Adidas Believe That 1:
Expert Rating: 8.0 (ranks #320 of 412)
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8.2
June 25, 2026
For a budget shoe, the Adidas Believe That 1 is a standout. The uppers are comfortable and breathable, traction is simple and consistent indoors, and support is solid. Dreamstrike cushioning isn't super lively but offers decent protection. With an orthotic, it reaches flagship levels.
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8.0
June 16, 2026
Really solid $100 shoe. Traction and lockdown surprised me. Responsive and stable with good stops. Cushioning is okay, but a bit stiff. Fit runs short, so size up.
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8.0
June 9, 2026
This is a solid takedown. It's lightweight with great traction and excellent support. Cushion isn't as plush as the AE1 or AE2, but it's smooth. For $100, it's a smart, affordable option.
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7.8
June 9, 2026
For the price, the Adidas Believe That 1 is a solid, fun-to-play shoe. Aesthetics, traction, and support are strong. The cushion is firm, and there can be mild heel slippage. Good budget Anthony Edwards option, though other shoes may play better.
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User Reviews of the Adidas Believe That 1:
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Traction of the Adidas Believe That 1:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.3 (ranks #51 of 412)
User Traction Rating: NA
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9.0
June 25, 2026
The outsole is a simple delta pattern. Initial grip is good, and it doesn't pick up much dust. It wipes down easily and performs consistently on indoor courts.
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10.0
June 16, 2026
Traction is phenomenal out of the box. It gives very hard, almost instantaneous stops on clean courts. It picks up some dust but wipes easily and performs well afterward.
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9.0
June 9, 2026
The outsole is a blade-like herringbone, aggressive and thick. It grips well indoors and outdoors. The spaced blades don't pick up dust.
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9.0
June 9, 2026
The traction performs really well. On clean courts, you get zero issues and very hard stops. It handles moderate dust with only occasional wipes.
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Cushion of the Adidas Believe That 1:
Expert Cushion Rating: 6.8 (ranks #402 of 412)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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7.0
June 25, 2026
The midsole uses Dreamstrike foam. It's not super plush or lively, but it provides decent shock absorption. It feels more like Renew than Jet Boost.
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7.0
June 16, 2026
Cushioning for $100 is okay. It has a high offset with decent forefoot court feel. The heel is raised, and the underfoot feels fairly stiff. Not very plush or bouncy.
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7.0
June 9, 2026
The Dreamstrike midsole feels okay. It's light and smooth with good transitions, but not as cushioned as the AE1 or AE2.
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6.0
June 9, 2026
The full-length Dreamstrike cushioning is pretty firm. You get good court feel and responsiveness, but very little forefoot cushion. Impact protection is slight.
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Materials of the Adidas Believe That 1:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #212 of 412)
User Materials Rating: NA
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8.0
June 25, 2026
The uppers feel well-made and breathable. Thick padded netting, reinforced eyelets, and a three-layer heel collar make it comfortable and secure for a budget shoe.
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8.0
June 16, 2026
Materials are budget textile mesh with a thicker plastic cage. It feels supportive and durable but not very breathable. The cage scuffs, and the tongue and heel area could use more padding.
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8.0
June 9, 2026
The upper blends rubber-caged sidewalls and serrated ventilation points. It's mostly textile inside. Materials are durable and provide decent airflow.
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8.0
June 9, 2026
The materials feel fine for the price. A mesh base with TPU and fuse overlays looks good. The tongue is padded so laces don't dig in.
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Support of the Adidas Believe That 1:
Expert Support Rating: 8.8 (ranks #91 of 412)
User Support Rating: NA
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9.0
June 25, 2026
Support is solid. The wide, chunky heel and padded collar give containment and stability. The shank is flexible but still provides torsional support.
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9.0
June 16, 2026
Lockdown and lateral containment are very good. The plastic cage and Dreamstrike sidewalls hold the foot in place. No heel slippage, and the wide base is laterally stable.
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9.0
June 9, 2026
Support is very solid. The wide base, internal heel counter, and midsole containment provide stable lateral support and excellent lockdown.
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8.0
June 9, 2026
Support is good. An internal heel counter and wide base give solid lateral containment and torsional rigidity. I did have mild heel slippage in one shoe.
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Fit of the Adidas Believe That 1:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.3 (ranks #383 of 412)
User Fit Rating: NA
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8.0
June 25, 2026
The fit feels like a snug bear hug with excellent heel padding and no slippage.
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6.0
June 16, 2026
The fit is very short and snug. My toes were jammed, and it felt painful. It relaxed after a few days but remained uncomfortable.
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7.0
June 9, 2026
Fit is tapered at the toe and feels snug at the top. It causes pressure and will take some break-in to loosen up.
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8.0
June 9, 2026
It feels secure on foot. The fit is very snug and low volume. There is no dead space in the toe box, and elastic bands keep the tongue in place.
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Durability of the Adidas Believe That 1:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Adidas Believe That 1:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 33.3 (ranks #211 of 412)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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no
June 25, 2026
Outdoors, the tread will wear down quickly. Good for casual court use, but don't expect long-term durability on outdoor courts.
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June 16, 2026
Not recommended for outdoor use. The rubber feels pliable, so it will likely wear out quickly.
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good
June 9, 2026
The outsole is thick and durable. It performs well outdoors and indoors.
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Width of the Adidas Believe That 1:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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slightly wide
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slightly narrow
June 25, 2026
They're a narrow-medium fit. Narrow footers can go down half a size.
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slightly narrow
June 16, 2026
If you have a wide foot, go up a full size.
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slightly narrow
June 9, 2026
Wide footers may find them snug. Try them on in the store and bring orthotics since you might need to go up a half size.
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slightly narrow
June 9, 2026
The shoe is a little bit narrow. Slightly wide footers may feel pressure on the sides.
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Size of the Adidas Believe That 1:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
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slightly long
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very long
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true to size
June 25, 2026
If you want a normal fit, go true to size. Narrow feet can go down half a size. Wide feet may want a half size up.
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½ size small
June 16, 2026
I would definitely recommend going up half a size for everyone.
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true to size
June 9, 2026
Go true to size. Wide footers should try them on and may need to go up at least half a size.
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½ size small
June 9, 2026
The Believe That 1 runs small. Go up at least a half size. Really wide footers should go up a full size.
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