Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit
Released 9/2019, Mid Top, Kobe Bryant,
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Performance Ratings
8.5
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
8.9
USER RATING
3 ratings
Performance Summary
The first Kobe model with the FastFit lacing system
Pros
Amazing Traction
Easy FastFit lacing system
Cons
Expensive retail price
Best Suitable For: Great shoe for quick, low-to-the-ground players who are into futuristic looks
Category Performance Ratings
9.4
Traction
Translucent nubbed traction pattern with wide grooves and durable rubber. Excellent grip on clean courts and manageable with wiping on dusty floors.
8.3
Cushion
Full-length React drop-in midsole. Low-to-the-ground, firmer feel with good impact protection but less bounce than the previous NXT 360.
7.8
Materials
Quad Fit Mesh upper with minimal spandex overlay. Very thin, stretchy, and breathable. Feels light but less premium than expected for the price.
8.0
Support
FastFit cable system with molded heel and strap. Solid lateral stability for a minimal shoe but some experienced footbed sliding and mixed overall support.
8.8
Fit
Runs true to size with a narrow, snug profile. FastFit secures midfoot well but forefoot can feel loose relative to midfoot.
33%
Outdoor
Nubbed translucent pods perform initially outdoors but wear quickly. Upper is thin and not built for sustained outdoor use.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most players. Some report it feels a tad long. Stick with your regular size.
narrow
wide
Width
Best for narrow to regular widths. Materials stretch over time but wide footers should try in-store or consider alternatives.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit |  Nike Sabrina 2 |  Adidas Harden Volume 10 |  Nike Lebron Witness 8 |  Nike GT Hustle 3 |  Nike G.T. Hustle 2 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.5 | 8.5(0.0) | 8.5(0.0) | 7.7(0.8) | 8.4(0.1) | 8.1(0.4) | |
| User Rating | 8.9 | 8.9(0.0) | NA | 8.5(0.4) | 8.7(0.2) | 8.7(0.2) | |
| Best Price | $199.99 | $69.97 $130 | $159.99 | $109.99 | $84.97 $190 | $107.97 $170 | |
| Type of Cut | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | |
| Weight | 390g - 400g | 340g - 340g | NA | 370g - 380g | 370g - 370g | 330g - 350g |
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
Expert Rating: 8.5 (ranks #148 of 380)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
2
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.7
September 12, 2019
I enjoyed the Kobe AD NXT FastFit much more than I expected. The shape of the outsole is more traditional compared to the Kobe AD NXT 360, the traction durability is better, and the Fast Fit system improves upon the AJ 33.
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8.5
September 4, 2019
You are getting nice materials, futuristic tech, comfort, and great lockdown. But $200 is just too expensive.
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8.4
September 6, 2019
For $200, the Kobe AD NXT FastFit is a pass. It's a nice shoe to play in and looks really, really good, but the performance isn't worth $200.
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8.4
September 12, 2019
The performance of the Kobe AD NXT FF is really, really good, but if you care about money, $200 is just too expensive.
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User Reviews of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
User Rating: 8.9 (ranks #113 of 380)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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9.2
January 13, 2022
The Kobe NXT FF are a revolutionary basketball shoe! The fast fit system worked great and kept my foot locked down. The traction: A tier, and the react cushioning: da bomb! Even with a hefty price tag, these are worth every penny! Just make sure you get the right size ;)
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Traction of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.4 (ranks #43 of 380)
User Traction Rating: 9.3 (ranks #81 of 380)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
4
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
9.5
September 12, 2019
Traction is aggressive and works well even on dusty courts thanks to the wide grooves of the traction pattern.
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9.0
September 4, 2019
The traction is really good on clean courts and is more durable than the Kobe AD NXT 360.
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9.0
September 6, 2019
The fully-translucent nub traction pattern. On a clean court, the grip is amazing. On dusty courts, you will need to wipe but the traction is still good.
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10.0
September 12, 2019
The traction is freakin amazing - you will stop on a dime!
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Cushion of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.3 (ranks #226 of 380)
User Cushion Rating: 8.3 (ranks #212 of 380)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
3
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
September 12, 2019
The full-length React drop-in midsole is a little firmer and more responsive than the setup of the Kobe AD NXT 360, but there was still more than enough impact protection.
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8.0
September 4, 2019
The cushioning gives you a spongy, squishy and comfortable feeling but I would have like a more responsive and bouncy setup.
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8.0
September 6, 2019
You are low-to-the-ground and the court feel is great. Impact protection could be better, especially in the forefoot. Overall, I would have liked a little more bounce.
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8.0
September 12, 2019
The cushion is a nice blend between court feel and impact protection, but not as comfortable as in the Kobe AD NXT 360.
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Materials of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.8 (ranks #308 of 380)
User Materials Rating: 9.0 (ranks #60 of 380)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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7.0
September 12, 2019
The spandex overlay is super minimal and made me be a bit hesitant to go full-speed at first.
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8.0
September 4, 2019
The Quad Fit Mesh upper is really thin, stretchy and breathable, and looks super futuristic. The padding around the ankle is thick and comfortable.
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8.0
September 6, 2019
The materials are super thin and minimal, but for $200 I would have expected more premium materials.
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8.0
September 12, 2019
The materials are really light, thin, and feel great on-foot.
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Support of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #303 of 380)
User Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #165 of 380)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
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7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
September 12, 2019
The support was a pleasant surprise and worked really well considering the minimal build.
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7.0
September 4, 2019
Overall, I was a little bummed out by the support.
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9.0
September 6, 2019
No issues with lateral containment and ankle support is good.
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7.0
September 12, 2019
Overall the support is pretty good. There is no heel slippage, but the bite of the traction is so good that I experienced some lateral sliding on the footbed.
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Fit of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.8 (ranks #53 of 380)
User Fit Rating: 8.7 (ranks #162 of 380)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
9.0
September 12, 2019
The Fast Fit system worked perfectly for me, much better than in the Air Jordan 33.
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9.0
September 4, 2019
A simple pull of the FastFit system will lock down your entire foot.
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8.0
September 6, 2019
The strap around the ankle area is not very comfortable and the FastFit system works well but doesn't tighten the forefoot as much as the midfoot.
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9.0
September 12, 2019
The FastFit system really works, and the materials conform nicely to your foot.
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Durability of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
User Durability Rating: 7.5 (ranks #305 of 380)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
0
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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Outdoor of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 33.3 (ranks #200 of 380)
User Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #318 of 380)
Good (100%)
0
Fair (50%)
2
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3
fair
September 12, 2019
The traction works well outdoors but the nub traction pattern will probably not be very durable.
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fair
September 4, 2019
It's not recommended to play outdoors but I did it anyway and it worked fine but will probably not last very long.
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no
September 6, 2019
I wouldn't recommend playing outdoors.
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Width of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
3
regular
0
slightly wide
0
very wide
0
slightly narrow
September 4, 2019
Try it out in-store if you have a wide foot.
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very narrow
September 6, 2019
This is the most narrow shoe I have ever worn, but the materials stretch and soften up easily.
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Size of the Nike Kobe AD NXT FastFit:
very small
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slightly small
1
true to size
5
slightly long
1
very long
0
true to size
September 12, 2019
True to size.
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true to size
September 4, 2019
True to size.
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true to size
September 6, 2019
Go true to size.
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true to size
September 12, 2019
Runs true to size, maybe a tad bit long.
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