Nike Mercurial 2016 Overview - Superfly V vs Vapor XI vs Veloce III vs Victory VI vs Vortex III
Today, the next generation of speed, the new Nike Mercurial boots go on sale. Let's use this important day to take a look at what's happening below the highest tier, below the Superfly V and Vapor XI.
Nike Mercurial Superfly V
The pinnacle of Nike's innovation, the new Mercurial Superfly V retails at $300 and is worn on the pitch by the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Anthony Martial (via Football Boots DB). Like its predecessor, it comes with a knitted upper and a Dynamic Fit collar.
Nike Mercurial Vapor XI
The second highest-priced model and the only one besides the Superfly to receive significant on-pitch support from professionals, the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 is similarly akin to its predecessor, the Mercurial Vapor 10. Retailing at $230, it has a Teijin microfiber upper and boasts a tongue-less construction.
Nike Mercurial Veloce III
The all-new Nike Mercurial Veloce III provides a totally different look than before, mostly thanks to the addition of a Dynamic Fit collar. Featuring a similar upper to the Mercurial Vapor, the Nike Mercurial Veloce III soccer cleats include Flyknit for the heightened collar part. They are available for $155.
Nike Mercurial Victory VI
Next in line is the Mercurial Victory VI football boot. It comes with a thicker Trophy synthetic upper and retails at $80.
Nike Mercurial Vortex III
Retailing at a mere $55, the Nike Mercurial Vortex III soccer boots are the cheapest of the bunch.
Nike Mercurial 2016 - Full Overview
Compare all variants of the new Nike Mercurial boots via the handy below.
| Version | Mercurial Superfy V | Nike Mercurial Vapor XI | Nike Mercurial Veloce III | Nike Mercurial Victory VI | Nike Mercurial Vortex III |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  |  |  |  | |
| Upper | Flywire upper with synthetic layer for added protection | Teijin microfiber upper | Teijin avail upper | Trophy synthetic upper | Trophy synthetic upper |
| ACC | ✓ | ✓ | X | X | X |
| Dynamic Fit collar | ✓ | X | ✓ | X | X |
| Outsole | Thermoformed nylon plate | Thermoformed nylon plate | TPU-overlaid, compressed nylon plate | TPU plate | TPU plate |
| Types | FG
SG AG | FG
SG AG | FG
SG AG | FG
AG IC TF | FG
IC TF |
| Price | $300
€290 | $230
€220 | $155 | $80 | $55 |
Which of the many different 2016 Nike Mercurial boots would you choose? Which one offers the best value for its money? Let us know in the comments below.
