Nike Zoom Freak 4
Released 9/2022, Low Top, Giannis Antetokounmpo,
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8.3
EXPERT RATING
6 reviews
8.9
USER RATING
70 ratings
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 is a worthy upgrade in Giannis Antetokounmpo's line.
Best Suitable For:
Players looking for solid performance and springy cushioning on a budget will enjoy this shoe.
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Available at 6 shops | Official Retail Price: $134.99
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Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
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Width:
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wide
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Nike Zoom Freak 4 |  Nike KD 15 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro |  Puma MB.01 Lo |  Nike Lebron 20 | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 8.3 | 9.0(0.7) | 8.9(0.6) | 8.4(0.1) | 8.9(0.6) | 8.8(0.5) | |
| User Rating | 8.9 | 9.2(0.3) | 9.1(0.2) | 8.7(0.2) | 8.7(0.2) | 9.2(0.3) | |
| Best Price | $64.99 $135 | $112.97 $150 | $225 | $130 $150 | $79.99 $120 | $149.99 $200 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 340g - 360g | 370g - 390g | NA | NA | NA | 390g - 410g |
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Nike Zoom Freak 4 Review
Pros:
Reliable traction after break-in
Cushion feels springy
Cons:
Torsional support is not the best
Performance of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
The traction on the Zoom Freak 4 takes time to break in, but once it does, it performs reliably afterwards.
The two forefoot Zoom Air units are bouncy but can take a lot of force to feel them. The foam feels springy regardless, though.
Material quality is a letdown. Nike didn't use premium materials, but they hold up for performance.
One improved feature is the fit. The shoe accommodates more foot shapes and is better for players with slightly-wide feet.
Reviewers mentioned the torsional support isn't the best, but it didn't take away from the lockdown and stability of the shoe.
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 performs well in all performance basketball categories while being a shoe for price-conscious players.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
Expert Rating: 8.3 (ranks #189 of 330)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
1
8 - Good
5
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.5
September 22, 2022
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 offers a lot of performance for a lower price. The materials aren't premium, and the traction needed a break-in period, but the shoe is a solid all-around performer.
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8.4
October 25, 2022
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 has solid traction and lockdown but is offset by average cushioning.
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8.2
September 10, 2022
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 is an upgrade from the Zoom Freak 3 in terms of side-to-side stability. It also offers tremendous forefoot bounce because of the Zoom Air units. People who are prone to spraining their ankles might want to look elsewhere.
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8.2
September 15, 2022
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 is a lightweight shoe offering solid support, bouncy cushioning, and reliable traction. I enjoyed playing in this shoe.
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8.2
October 10, 2022
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 is a solid shoe, but there are plenty of other options on the market at this price point. The traction performs well, and the shoe is breathable.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The Nike Zoom Freak 4 is a shoe for players that enjoy playing fast. It offers a propelling cushion, and the traction is solid, but you are high off the ground.
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User Reviews of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
User Rating: 8.9 (ranks #93 of 330)
10 - Amazing
17
9 - Great
36
8 - Good
14
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
9.9
September 9, 2023
the shoes cushion is really springy because of the zoom react foam on the heel and also because of the air pads recommended for centers and forwards having wide feet and want cheap and very light shoes the cushion around the ankle is really soft as Marshmallows and below of it has a hard material so its really good for ankle support the traction is really good on super clean courts but u need to wipe a bit if you play on dusty courts they kinda feel hot on the feet after a long time of playing.
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8.8
January 10, 2024
ZOOM FREA 4 IS MY FAVOURITE IN GIANIS LINE.
Traction: If you play on clean court has great traction, nearly a top tier, on dust pick up minimal very consistent but on outdoor don´t play with they.
Cushion is my favorite part abaout this shoue, great compression on heel and on forefoot with AIR ZOOM give you a good bounce.
Material is thin but works very well, is safe and comfortable.
The stability and lockdown is my second favourite part about this shoe is very very well.
Fit is perfect.
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8.6
March 31, 2023
The Zoom Freak 4 is a solid performer, and an upgrade on the Freak 3. The heel cushioning feels much better than the 3. I have seen conflicting info on whether or not the midsole is a cushlon foam. I think it is. The traction is great, but the grooves are very thin, so I think they will be the first thing to wear out. Thankfully the thick cored out heel and forefoot zoom air pods should give the cushioning setup a long life. Support materials feel minimal, but the lockdown is fantastic.
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8.2
June 21, 2023
The traction is top tier with little to none dust pickup. Cushioning is not that soft but it is bouncy. Support is not that great because of the materials not holding up very well after time.Also as a wide-footer, I didn't have any problems with the width or the length.
My main problem is that the shoe was squeaking and after 2-3 months of playing in them, the outsole cracked and I had to return them.
These shoes are really great if you have more pairs of them
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8.4
September 26, 2022
this shoe is pretty good and is a clear upgrade from the 3. the traction is really good but u have to wipe a few times on dusty courts. cushion is the best it has ever been in the freak line so no matter if you're a heel or forefoot dominant player you are fine. support is great and majorly upgraded. the fit is very wide foot friendly so narrow footers gotta try these in stores.
freak 4 > freak 1 > freak 2 > freak 3.
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Traction of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.5 (ranks #171 of 330)
User Traction Rating: 8.7 (ranks #170 of 330)
10 - Amazing
16
9 - Great
32
8 - Good
21
7 - Average
3
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
3
8.0
September 22, 2022
The traction allows you to make quick movements in all directions once broken in.
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8.7
October 25, 2022
The traction doesn't pick up a lot of dust, and the shoe performs reliably in most conditions.
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9.0
September 10, 2022
The rubber compound helps the traction grip well on indoor courts.
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8.0
September 15, 2022
The traction improved a lot over the first few days of play. It performs well on clean courts and doesn't pick up much dust on dirtier courts.
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9.0
October 10, 2022
The traction is one of the better features of the shoe. It has a solid bite, and I didn't need to wipe much.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
This traction may be the best in the Zoom Freak line.
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Cushion of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.2 (ranks #204 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: 8.9 (ranks #110 of 330)
10 - Amazing
26
9 - Great
23
8 - Good
22
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
2
5 - Poor
1
8.0
September 22, 2022
The Zoom Air units on the shoe are thick, which puts your foot high off the ground. It feels springy, but it took me a lot of force to activate the units.
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8.0
October 25, 2022
There are two Zoom pods in the forefoot and Cushlon foam. I'm not the biggest fan of the setup. The shoe is responsive, and the heel cushioning does feel soft underfoot.
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8.0
September 10, 2022
There are two side-by-side independent Zoom Air units in the midsole, which makes the shoe play fast.
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9.0
September 15, 2022
The foam has a lot of compressions and provides some rebound. There are also cut-outs of foam to offer more room for the foam to expand. The Zoom units also give the shoe a springy bounce.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The shoe feels comfortable going up and coming down. I like the air units too.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The React foam is soft and responsive, but it's not the best. The Zoom pods are effective for propelling you forward, though.
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Materials of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #204 of 330)
User Materials Rating: 8.6 (ranks #116 of 330)
10 - Amazing
13
9 - Great
24
8 - Good
29
7 - Average
8
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
8.0
September 22, 2022
The materials aren't premium, but they get the job done. Performance-wise, they feel fine.
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8.0
September 10, 2022
The upper reminds me of a 90s sweater material. It includes a lot of mesh and netting, and the materials provide a decent amount of stability.
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8.0
September 15, 2022
The quality of the materials is a letdown. It reminds me of the materials used on the PG5, but it still feels supportive for performance purposes.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The materials make the shoe breathable and comfortable to play in.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The materials aren't premium, but they hold up well. It feels nice on foot.
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Support of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
Expert Support Rating: 8.2 (ranks #221 of 330)
User Support Rating: 8.8 (ranks #121 of 330)
10 - Amazing
22
9 - Great
27
8 - Good
21
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
3
5 - Poor
1
8.0
September 22, 2022
The outrigger and the shoe's base keep me stable and locked down.
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8.9
October 25, 2022
The shoe's structure is much better than the previous Zoom Freak model. The base is also wider, which makes the shoe more stable.
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8.0
September 10, 2022
This shoe will not hold your body weight well after the foam bottoms out, which can cause pain in your legs or back. The shoe is better for lighter players. The support and stability are an improvement overall, though.
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8.0
September 15, 2022
The torsional support isn't the best, but I didn't mind it much. I had zero issues with the lateral support and stability, though.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The shoe gives you what you need for ankle support. It was also stable and felt supportive.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
I felt contained and stable in this shoe. It's not a flexible shoe, but the stability is solid.
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Fit of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #231 of 330)
User Fit Rating: 9.1 (ranks #37 of 330)
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31
9 - Great
20
8 - Good
22
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
1
8.0
September 22, 2022
I had to choke up the laces to get the snug fit I wanted in the toe box. The length was perfect, though.
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8.0
October 25, 2022
The shoe fits nicely.
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8.0
September 10, 2022
Nike improved the fit on this year's model compared to last year's. It's more accommodating for wider feet.
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8.0
September 15, 2022
The shoe fits me like a glove. It's snug and close to being a 1-to-1 fit.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
I needed to play a bit to break the shoe in. I might go up half a size for a more comfortable fit.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
I had no issues with the fit.
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Durability of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
User Durability Rating: 8.4 (ranks #172 of 330)
10 - Amazing
18
9 - Great
15
8 - Good
19
7 - Average
7
6 - Subpar
5
5 - Poor
2
Outdoor of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #283 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: 52.8 (ranks #163 of 330)
Good (100%)
17
Fair (50%)
22
Bad (0%)
18
no
September 22, 2022
The rubber is too soft to take outdoors.
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no
September 10, 2022
The rubber is too thin to grab well on outdoor courts.
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no
September 15, 2022
The grooves are thin, and the rubber is soft. I wouldn't use this shoe outdoors.
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no
October 10, 2022
I wouldn't play outdoors with these shoes.
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Width of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
very narrow
1
slightly narrow
10
regular
39
slightly wide
19
very wide
4
regularly wide
October 25, 2022
The forefoot accommodates wide footers well.
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regularly wide
September 10, 2022
People with a 2E width foot can go up a half size for a 1-to-1 fit. People with a foot width above a 2E go up a size.
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slightly narrow
September 15, 2022
It's slightly narrow.
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Size of the Nike Zoom Freak 4:
very small
2
slightly small
5
true to size
64
slightly long
5
very long
0
true to size
September 22, 2022
The shoe runs true to size.
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true to size
October 25, 2022
The shoe fits true to size.
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true to size
September 10, 2022
Go true to size if you have a narrow or medium-sized foot.
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true to size
September 15, 2022
I went true to size.
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true to size
October 10, 2022
My shoe fits true to size, but I might go up half a size if I had to rebuy it.
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true to size
October 10, 2022
I went true to size with no issues.
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