Skechers mark their high-profile entry to football with the Skechers SKX 01, a silo headlined by their signing Harry Kane. The striker is one of the most recognised names in the sport today, and so it only makes sense for him to sign with a brand that would elevate his status further as far as football boots are concerned. But are his SKX_01 up to par with the leading football boots in the market? Let’s get straight to it then…
Elite Skechers SKX 01 Review
Watch our video above where we let us know our thoughts on Kane’s new boots…
| Model | Quality | Pitches | |
|---|---|---|---|
 SKX 01 |  Performance FitKnit Precise Strike Control Hyper Burst Pro |  |  |
Things You’ll Want to Know:
- Priced at £195.00
- Has high-cut and low-cut options
- First Skechers football boot to be endorsed by a star player
- An option to knitted football boots
- Released as a laced model
✔️ Pros
- Fitknit does wrap closely around the foot; jives well with the central lacing system
- Internal heel upper padding gives additional heel lockdown
- Shape of the boot and stretch of the upper can cater to wide-feet players
- Hyper Burst Pro cushioned insole makes each step comfortable
- Stud shape and length make the boot more playable in AG
- Soleplate lays flat compared to the raised toe box of other leading boots; keeps you feeling close and stable to the ground
- Stiff midfoot provides a responsive feel to the outsole
- Thin upper good for people who likes a barefoot, raw and direct ball sensation
- Curved, wavy ridges prominent enough to add friction and grip when dribbling the ball
❌ Cons
- Might have to contend with some dead spaces here and there until break-in
- Has to deal with comparisons with the Nike Phantom GT
- Not speed boot-like in the responsiveness of the upper
- Fitknit feels less plush than the likes of Flyknit
- Tight competition in the knitted football boots category with the likes of New Balance Furon and Tekela, Nike Phantom GX
- Not on par with the likes of adidas Predator and Nike Phantom in terms of ball grip
Unique Last
A custom-designed last, meticulously crafted to optimise fit and comfort. This ensures that every player’s foot finds the perfect snug fit, enhancing overall control and stability. Nowadays, brands try to make their boots fit as much shape as possible. But when ranking them, I think SKX is one of those that are most accommodating to wide feet. Furthermore, what I really like about the SKX is that it also tries to be anatomical in terms of fit.
Knit and Skin Upper
The upper is a seamless fusion of high-quality knit and skin materials. The knit adapts to your foot’s shape, offering a personalised fit and excellent breathability. Meanwhile, the strategically placed skin panels add durability and protection where it’s needed most. If you are one of those who prefer as close to a barefoot feel to the ball as possible, I could recommend the SKX.
Micro and Macro Texture
A unique combination of micro and macro texture on the upper, strategically placed to optimise ball control and touch. The micro-textured zones provide a delicate grip for precise dribbling and passing, while the macro-textured areas offer extra grip and power for shooting and striking the ball. It definitely adds a plus point for the boot’s sell, though it must be said that it’s not really grippy, just more on increasing friction points to prevent the ball from sleeking away.
Internal Chassis
At the core of the boot lies an internal chassis made from lightweight yet robust materials. This not only enhances support and stability but makes the boot incredibly lightweight and provides unparalleled strength and responsiveness. The dynamic stud pattern that offers enhanced traction for multi-directional movements. Whilst a responsive lacing system ensures a locked-down fit. Given the stud configuration and the flat profile of the tooling, I can say that the SKX works fine when playing them on AG. I also think that the solid and flat feel of the soleplate is what makes it competitive as a football boot.
Hyper-burst Pro Sock-liner
A staple of Skechers footwear, Hyper-burst Pro is a highly responsive ultra-lightweight, long lasting and resilient TPU cushioning which moulds to the shape of your foot, providing a custom fit that ensures maximum comfort throughout the entire game. I don’t think it reaches the bounciness of the Nike Mercurial Air Zoom, but it provides a pleasant underfoot sensation. I feel it’s a nice comfortable offset to the relative stiffness of the soleplate.
