Nike Mercurial 2016 Overview - Superfly V vs Vapor XI vs Veloce III vs Victory VI vs Vortex III

May 28, 2016

by Pat

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.