Under Armour Charged Controller
Released 2/2017, Low Top,
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Performance Ratings
7.6
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
NA
USER RATING
0 ratings
Performance Summary
Inconsistent traction and very roomy toe box
Pros
Very affordable
Good materials
Cons
Very inconsistent traction
Roomy toe box
Best Suitable For: Low-cut basketball shoe designed for quick guards
Category Performance Ratings
6.8
Traction
Herringbone-style pattern with solid rubber outsole. Strong grip on clean courts but highly dust-sensitive and inconsistent without wiping.
8.4
Cushion
Full-length Micro G foam midsole. Low-profile, firm and responsive with good impact protection but limited bounce.
8.3
Materials
Woven Threadborne upper with fused overlays and external heel counter. Lightweight and breathable; some glued areas feel stiff but overall good value.
6.8
Support
External heel counter, outrigger and firm overlays. Provides decent lateral stability but lockdown and upright support are mixed.
7.5
Fit
True to length with a roomy toebox. Good for wide feet; lacing allows adjustment and upper softens after brief break-in.
50%
Outdoor
Thick solid rubber handles outdoor play initially but will wear down after moderate outdoor use.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most. Narrow-footed players may prefer a half size down for a snugger fit.
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wide
Width
Roomy forefoot that suits regular to wide feet best; narrow feet may feel loose without tighter lacing.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Under Armour Charged Controller |  Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra |  Air Jordan 40 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 12 |  Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.6 | 8.9(1.3) | 8.8(1.2) | 8.9(1.3) | 8.9(1.3) | 8.7(1.1) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.5 | NA | 9.4 | NA | 9.5 | |
| Best Price | $99.99 | $159 | $169.99 $205 | $149 | $199 $225 | $146.97 $210 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 330g - 340g | NA | 440g - 440g | NA | NA | 350g - 360g |
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Expert Reviews of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
Expert Rating: 7.6 (ranks #364 of 385)
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.2
January 1, 2017
The Charged Controller is quick, low-riding, well-cushioned but not super soft, with a locked-in fit just stable enough to make me feel bulletproof.
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8.2
January 1, 2017
The Under Armour Charged Controller is a fantastic shoe. It rides low, is responsive, locks you in and keeps you stable to do battle on the hardwood.
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7.8
January 1, 2017
When you take price out of the equation and put the Charged Controller up against some of the top-tier performers on the market today, it doesn’t quite belong in that group. But right below it? Absolutely. Oh, and did we mentioned that the shoe is only $100?
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7.5
January 1, 2017
Overall, a solid shoe. Nothing super spectacular, but also no deal breakers. I wasn't happy with the traction and the cushioning wore out pretty quickly.
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6.1
January 1, 2017
Even at a $100 bucks, we don't recommend this shoe. There are many other shoes out there that provide far better value.
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User Reviews of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
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Traction of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
Expert Traction Rating: 6.8 (ranks #376 of 385)
User Traction Rating: NA
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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7.0
January 1, 2017
Dusty courts eat these alive.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
Traction on these bad boys was hit or miss, good on clean courts but on dusty courts, you need to wipe a lot.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
The Charged Controller’s outsole is going to find dust, and when it does, wiping is going to become an absolute necessity.
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6.0
January 1, 2017
The traction is very inconsistent. Even on mildly dusty courts, it's a slip and slide fest.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
Dust sticks like crazy and you have to wipe a lot.
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Cushion of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.4 (ranks #216 of 385)
User Cushion Rating: NA
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
3
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Impact protection stands up to anything thrown at it - I felt no pain in the knees.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The cushioning was on the firmer side to compliment the low ride for great court feel.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The full-length Micro G midsole carriage provides the perfect balance between plush comfort and firm responsiveness.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Good impact protection and very responsive feel.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
Impact protection is okay, but it's not bouncy at all.
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Materials of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.3 (ranks #158 of 385)
User Materials Rating: NA
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Honestly, this is one of the most comfortable basketball shoes this season.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
This is where the shoe shines. An all woven upper, some fuse on high-wear areas, and an external heel counter — plus solid rubber traction for $100.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
For only $100, the materials are a pretty good bargain that any hooper should be happy with
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Super lightweight, very breathable and soft Threadborne upper.
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6.5
January 1, 2017
The materials are heavily glued and very stiff, especially in the front.
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Support of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
Expert Support Rating: 6.8 (ranks #380 of 385)
User Support Rating: NA
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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7.0
January 1, 2017
If you need some serious upright stability help, look elsewhere. If you enjoy shoes that feel like they aren’t there, sit down and take a look.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
The materials, external heel counter, lacing setup, and herringbone traction offer everything that you need, and nothing you don’t.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
The Charged Controller has just enough support features to be reliable but not enough to be amazing.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Support and Lockdown was a strong point on these.
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5.0
January 1, 2017
Strong materials and outrigger provide decent support, the lockdown wasn't very good because the fit just wasn't there.
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Fit of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.5 (ranks #357 of 385)
User Fit Rating: NA
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7 - Average
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The lacing system allows for some serious adjustments so even wide footers should be happy.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
A minor break-in period with the woven, but after a couple of games, the materials contour to your feet nicely.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
The fit toward the front of the Charged Controller is a bit roomy.
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5.0
January 1, 2017
There was too much room in the toebox. This shoe is for a fat-footer.
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Durability of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #174 of 385)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
Good (100%)
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Fair (50%)
4
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fair
January 1, 2017
Outdoors, you should be good for a couple of months because the rubber is thick and decently stiff.
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fair
January 1, 2017
Outdoor use of this shoe would be good, but it won’t last you very long.
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fair
January 1, 2017
Held up fairly well on outdoor courts.
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fair
January 1, 2017
Solid rubber should be okay outdoors.
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Width of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
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slightly wide
3
very wide
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slightly wide
January 1, 2017
I do have a slightly wide foot, and even with that, the shoe fit like a glove.
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slightly wide
January 1, 2017
The front of the Charged Controller is a bit roomy
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slightly wide
January 1, 2017
If you have wide feet you might like these.
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Size of the Under Armour Charged Controller:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
4
slightly long
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very long
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true to size
January 1, 2017
Lengthwise, the Charged Controller gives me a true to size fit.
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true to size
January 1, 2017
Spot on.
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½ size large
January 1, 2017
If you don’t have a wide foot I would highly recommend going down half a size
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true to size
January 1, 2017
Fits true to size.
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true to size
January 1, 2017
Go true to size.
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