Adidas A.E. 1 Low
Released 8/2024, Low Top, Anthony Edwards,
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8.0
EXPERT RATING
6 reviews
9.0
USER RATING
2 ratings
The Adidas AE 1 Low is a mixed bag with decent performance but the fit may bother some.
Best Suitable For:
The shoe is best for shifty players who like to feel low to the ground.
Price Comparison:
Available at 5 shops | Official Retail Price: $109.99
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Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
NA
Sizing:
small
large
Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Adidas A.E. 1 Low |  ANTA KAI 1 Speed |  Adidas D.O.N. Issue 6 |  New Balance TWO WXY V3 |  Nike KD 15 |  Nike LeBron NXXT Gen | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.0 | 8.9(0.9) | 8.5(0.5) | 8.7(0.7) | 9.0(1.0) | 8.7(0.7) | |
| User Rating | 9.0 | NA | 9.4(0.4) | 9.1(0.1) | 9.2(0.2) | 9.0(0.0) | |
| Best Price | $110 | $124.99 | $107 $120 | $119.99 | $112.97 $150 | $82.97 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | 350g - 360g | 370g - 390g | 350g - 360g |
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Adidas A.E. 1 Low Review
Pros:
Lighter than the original
Reliable traction performance
Cons:
Heel slippage is a problem for some
Cushioning is not as bouncy
Performance of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
The Adidas AE 1 Low can't quite keep up the impressive momentum of the original mid-top version.
Traction performance is reliable. The setup is similar to the AE 1 Low and feels that way on feet.
Cushioning is a slight downgrade. The setup is slightly different, and it's not as bouncy. It feels lower to the ground, with less impact protection.
The fit is controversial. Some reviewers experienced heel slippage, which affected performance, while others didn't.
Support and lockdown are solid outside of the heel issues. The shoe contains your feet well laterally and feels stable.
Materials are mostly the same except for the tongue setup. Reviewers mention the tongue on the mid-top being better.
Missteps with the fit around the heel and the downgraded cushioning hamper the Adidas AE 1 Low's overall performance.
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Expert Reviews of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
Expert Rating: 8.0 (ranks #264 of 334)
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7 - Average
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8.7
September 15, 2024
I love the bang for your buck the Adidas AE 1 Low offers. My main gripe is the fit and sizing. However, the cushioning, traction, and support are all impressive.
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8.4
September 5, 2024
The AE 1 Low is still a solid performer. I enjoy the Lows better because of the fit, but the main difference between the two shoes is cushioning. The Lows are firmer.
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8.2
August 18, 2024
The Adidas AE 1 Low is a great shoe for the price. It's not for everyone because of the lack of impact protection, but I like the traction. The materials feel better on feet too.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The Adidas AE 1 Low feels clunky enough to be noticeable on feet. The shoe performance doesn't feel the same without the bigger ankle collar and upper materials.
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7.8
August 18, 2024
The Adidas AE 1 Low's fit throws off the shoe's performance. It affects the fit and heel containment. However, the traction and other support features are solid.
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7.0
August 18, 2024
The AE 1 Low is the most disappointing release of 2024. The lack of heel slippage and fit affects performance too much. The cushioning also feels like a downgrade.
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User Reviews of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
User Rating: 9.0 (ranks #69 of 334)
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7 - Average
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8.7
October 1, 2024
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9.2
December 13, 2024
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Traction of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.7 (ranks #140 of 334)
User Traction Rating: 9.5 (ranks #31 of 334)
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9.0
September 15, 2024
Clean court performance is elite. You'll have to wipe occasionally on dirty courts.
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9.0
September 5, 2024
I didn't have any issues with the traction performance.
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9.0
August 18, 2024
The pattern is similar to the regular AE 1. The performance is top-notch. I didn't experience any issues.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The outsole is similar to the AE 1. It has nice tackiness.
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9.0
August 18, 2024
The traction works very well. It does pick up some dust, but wiping fixes it.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The traction also feels slightly worse, but it still performs well.
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Cushion of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.8 (ranks #260 of 334)
User Cushion Rating: 8.5 (ranks #158 of 334)
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9.0
September 15, 2024
Light Boost provides soft compression under the heel. It feels plush underfoot.
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8.0
September 5, 2024
The Boost foam is slightly different. There's a lighter Boost, and it feels firmer. Impact protection takes a hit, and the cushioning feels grounded.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
This cushioning setup is responsive and low to the ground, even more than the regular AE 1. There's minimal impact protection.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The midsole is the most bizarre part of the shoe. The Light Boost foam isn't as bouncy as JetBoost but feels balanced.
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7.0
August 18, 2024
Cushioning feels like a slight downgrade. There's less impact protection, especially under the heel. The shoe feels low to the ground.
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7.0
August 18, 2024
The cushioning is not as bouncy, soft, or foamy as the mid-top AE 1. There's a better court feel, but it's a downgrade.
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Materials of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.9 (ranks #245 of 334)
User Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #210 of 334)
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8.0
September 15, 2024
Materials are the same as the mids.
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8.0
September 5, 2024
The materials feel and perform the same as the mid. I dig it.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The rubber TPU shell is the same, but the lace structure is different this time. It feels perfectly fine.
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7.5
August 18, 2024
The tongue feels flimsier, and it doesn't aid with lockdown and I felt more slipping in the shoe. There's also a lot of moisture retention.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The shoe is lighter but still heavy because of the materials. I like the material setup, though.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The shoe is still heavy because of the upper materials but is similar to the mid-top.
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Support of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
Expert Support Rating: 8.1 (ranks #227 of 334)
User Support Rating: 8.5 (ranks #183 of 334)
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9.0
September 15, 2024
Sizing up half a size caused some heel slip. I enjoy the lateral and torsional stability.
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9.0
September 5, 2024
Outside of having fewer eyelets, the support is the same. I like the materials and base width. There's also lots of torsional rigidity.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The support felt great for me. I didn't experience any heel slippage or containment issues.
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8.5
August 18, 2024
Heel slippage is mild to begin but goes away after a break-in period. The upper material also offers solid containment, but lateral stability can be better.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The support is the shoe's highlight, but I experienced minor heel slippage. The containment and stability are great, though.
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6.0
August 18, 2024
Heel slippage is a problem. It throws off the support of the shoe.
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Fit of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.6 (ranks #297 of 334)
User Fit Rating: 9.0 (ranks #49 of 334)
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8.5
September 15, 2024
I had some issues with fit. The shoe feels smaller. I needed to lace up much tighter than usual.
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8.0
September 5, 2024
The fit feels fine. I didn't experience any heel slippage.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The fit feels slightly more snug. I think it's because of the heel padding. It also feels a tad long.
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8.0
August 18, 2024
The fit is slightly shorter with a generous width. There's no break-in for fit.
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7.0
August 18, 2024
Fit is a concern. It feels long but not secure, especially around the heel.
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6.0
August 18, 2024
The fit is not good. The heel slippage affects how secure you feel. I wish there were more eyelets.
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Durability of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
User Durability Rating: 9.5 (ranks #20 of 334)
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Outdoor of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 16.7 (ranks #237 of 334)
User Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #258 of 334)
Good (100%)
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Fair (50%)
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no
September 15, 2024
I would not bring this pair outdoors.
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fair
August 18, 2024
The durometer is high, but the tread lines are narrow.
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no
August 18, 2024
The durability is not the best.
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Width of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
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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slightly narrow
September 15, 2024
Go up half a size if you have a wide foot.
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regularly wide
August 18, 2024
You might be able to go down half a size if you have skinny feet.
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regularly wide
August 18, 2024
2E feet can go true to size for a performance fit or up half a size for a roomier fit.
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regularly wide
August 18, 2024
Stay true to size if you have beefy feet.
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Size of the Adidas A.E. 1 Low:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
5
slightly long
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very long
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true to size
September 15, 2024
I went up half a size. The shoe breaks in enough for most to go true to size.
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true to size
September 5, 2024
True to size works for me.
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true to size
August 18, 2024
I went true to size.
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true to size
August 18, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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½ size large
August 18, 2024
The fit is technically true to size, but I recommend downsizing a half size for a more secure heel.
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½ size large
August 18, 2024
You cannot go true to size. I recommend going down half a size.
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