Reebok Engine A
Released 5/2025, Low Top,
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Performance Ratings
8.2
EXPERT RATING
3 reviews
8.2
USER RATING
1 ratings
Performance Summary
The Reebok Engine A is a solid reintroduction to basketball for the brand, in part because of the cushioning.
Pros
Comfortable impact protection
Consistent traction on clean courts
Cons
Support could be better around the heel
Picks up dust quickly
Best Suitable For: The Reebok Engine A is best for bigger players looking for solid impact protection.
Category Performance Ratings
8.0
Traction
Multidirectional/herringbone-style rubber outsole with sticky compound. Excellent grip on clean courts but dust-sensitive and needs frequent wiping.
8.7
Cushion
Top-loaded shank with Energy Return System (ERS) foam and plush heel insole. Soft, protective ride with moderate bounce and strong impact protection.
8.3
Materials
TPU mesh and synthetic overlays. Structured and comfortable upper with decent breathability. Materials feel thinner and softer and the shoe is slightly heavy.
8.0
Support
Tough top-loaded shank and stable base provide balance. Heel containment is OK but lateral lockdown could be tighter for aggressive cuts.
8.0
Fit
Runs oversized for many players. Best results after going down half to one full size to reduce length and heel slippage.
25%
Outdoor
Thick rubber allows outdoor use but outsole longevity is limited. Good short-term outdoor grip but may wear faster on rough courts.
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Sizing
Mixed feedback. Many recommend going down half to one size. Some players still find true to size acceptable.
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wide
Width
Accommodates narrow to wide feet. Wide footers may go true or up half size while 2E feet reported comfortable fit.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Reebok Engine A |  Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra |  Air Jordan 40 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 8.2 | 8.9(0.7) | 8.8(0.6) | 8.8(0.6) | 8.9(0.7) | 8.7(0.5) | |
| User Rating | 8.2 | 9.5(1.3) | NA | 9.3(1.1) | 9.4(1.2) | 9.6(1.4) | |
| Best Price | $119.99 | $159 | $205 | $190 | $149 | $105.97 $210 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | 440g - 440g | 410g - 430g | NA | 350g - 360g |
No colorways added for Reebok Engine A
Expert Reviews of the Reebok Engine A:
Expert Rating: 8.2 (ranks #246 of 381)
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8.6
May 15, 2025
The Reebok Engine A does not disappoint. If you can get the fit right, the performance feels fantastic.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
Kudos to Reebok for moving in the right direction with the Engine A. I like the comfort, and the traction plays well on clean courts.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
The Reebok Engine A is a solid performer, especially for a comeback model. I like the cushioning, and the traction is consistent.
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User Reviews of the Reebok Engine A:
User Rating: 8.2 (ranks #266 of 381)
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8.2
June 2, 2025
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Traction of the Reebok Engine A:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.0 (ranks #285 of 381)
User Traction Rating: 8.0 (ranks #261 of 381)
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8.0
May 15, 2025
The traction picks up dust quickly, but the performance plays well if you wipe regularly.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
On a clean court, the traction performs nicely. My only problem is the dust pickup. I had to wipe often.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
Traction works well for me. The performance is consistent.
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Cushion of the Reebok Engine A:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.7 (ranks #144 of 381)
User Cushion Rating: 9.0 (ranks #83 of 381)
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9.0
May 15, 2025
I like the tough top-loaded shank and the Energy Return System foam. The shock absorption is impressive, and there's a bit of bounce.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
I like the insole, and the heel is plush. The ERS foam provides plenty of impact protection. I wish it were bouncier, though.
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9.0
May 15, 2025
The cushioning feels delicious. It offers softness, bounce, and impact protection.
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Materials of the Reebok Engine A:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.3 (ranks #124 of 381)
User Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #225 of 381)
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9.0
May 15, 2025
The upper is a lot of TPU mesh and panelling, and the shoe heats up a lot. However, I love the comfort.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
There are a lot of synthetic materials. It feels structured and comfortable.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
The shoe is heavier than average but lighter than expected. The materials are thinner and softer in hand, and the breathability is decent.
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Support of the Reebok Engine A:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #271 of 381)
User Support Rating: 9.0 (ranks #66 of 381)
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9.0
May 15, 2025
Heel slippage is mild, but the base is stable.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
Heel containment and lockdown are good but not excellent. There's room for improvement. However, balance is a strength.
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7.0
May 15, 2025
The lateral containment and lockdown could be better. I had to tighten my laces regularly.
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Fit of the Reebok Engine A:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #241 of 381)
User Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #267 of 381)
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8.0
May 15, 2025
The fit is the biggest crux of the shoe. They feel oversized. Need to go down a size to get a good fit.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
The shoe fits me well.
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8.0
May 15, 2025
Going half a size down helped me reduce the length and heel slippage.
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Durability of the Reebok Engine A:
User Durability Rating: 9.0 (ranks #54 of 381)
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Outdoor of the Reebok Engine A:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #214 of 381)
User Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #183 of 381)
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no
May 15, 2025
This outsole is not the most durable.
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fair
May 15, 2025
The rubber is thick enough for outdoor usage.
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Width of the Reebok Engine A:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
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slightly wide
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very wide
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regularly wide
May 15, 2025
2E feet can go true to size.
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slightly narrow
May 15, 2025
I suggest going up half a size if you have wide feet.
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regularly wide
May 15, 2025
This shoe is comfortable for wide feet.
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Size of the Reebok Engine A:
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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runs large
May 15, 2025
Narrow and medium feet can go down one size.
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true to size
May 15, 2025
Go true to size.
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½ size large
May 15, 2025
Go half a size down.
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