Nike Cosmic Unity 2
Released 8/2022, Low Top,
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8.4
EXPERT RATING
7 reviews
9.0
USER RATING
24 ratings
The Nike Cosmic Unity 2s materials make the shoe an improvement from last year's model, but only slightly.
Best Suitable For:
Players that want cushioning but also want to feel low to the ground
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Available at 4 shops | Official Retail Price: $159.99
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Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
light
heavy
Sizing:
small
large
Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Nike Cosmic Unity 2 |  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 | 8.4 | 9.0(0.6) | 8.9(0.5) | 8.4(0.0) | 8.9(0.5) | 8.8(0.4) | |
| User Rating | 9.0 | 9.2(0.2) | 9.1(0.1) | 8.7(0.3) | 8.7(0.3) | 9.2(0.2) | |
| Best Price | $59.97 $160 | $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 | 370g - 390g | 370g - 390g | NA | NA | NA | 390g - 410g |
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Nike Cosmic Unity 2 Review
Pros:
Zoom Strobel cushioning
Lighter than last year
Cons:
Fit can be tricky
Performance of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Like many other Nike shoes, the Cosmic Unity 2 uses a full-length Zoom Strobel. It performs terrifically, blending cushioning and responsiveness well.
The traction performed well for most reviewers, and there were no complaints.
The materials saw the biggest improvement as the shoe is lighter this year without sacrificing performance.
There we no reported issues with support and lockdown. The shoe has all the features needed to keep you contained.
Some reviewers reported that the shoe fits long and others reported that it fits narrow.
Overall, the Nike Cosmic Unity 2 is a steady and balanced performer across the board and excels in cushioning.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Expert Rating: 8.4 (ranks #156 of 330)
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.2
August 30, 2022
The Nike Cosmic Unity is a top-tier performer. I put this shoe alongside the KD 15 as Nike's best for the year.
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9.0
August 21, 2022
It's going to be tough finding a shoe better than the Nike Cosmic Unity 2 this year. It's the best shoe I've played in all year. The traction and cushion are top-tier.
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8.8
August 28, 2022
The Nike Cosmic Unity 2 is worth the price upgrade for this year's model. The traction is insane, the cushion is bouncy, and the support is there.
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8.6
August 24, 2022
The Nike Cosmic Unity 2 is a steady sneaker. The cushion and support are solid. The traction performs well, but the shoe would be better if the traction were also top-tier.
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8.5
August 21, 2022
I expect the Nike Cosmic Unity 2 will perform well indoors and outdoors. The traction and cushion are the main features, but I am concerned with the lack of a toe guard.
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8.3
October 10, 2022
The Nike Cosmic Unity 2 has a plush cushioning setup with solid traction, but it's not good for aggressive footwork.
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6.7
November 2, 2022
The Nike Cosmic Unity 2 is not the shoe for me. I enjoyed the traction and cushioning, but the price, support and materials will keep me away.
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User Reviews of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
User Rating: 9.0 (ranks #77 of 330)
10 - Amazing
6
9 - Great
15
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.5
September 16, 2023
The traction is amazing on dusty and clean courts. The cushion is well balanced, for some players it might be too much because of the full length Zoom Strobel unit but for me it was fine. Impact protection is good. Materials feel really good but there is not much breathability. Support was good overall, but I feel when I run certain fast plays that my ankle would roll. The fit was very tricky for me, normally I am a 11.5-12 but I needed to go to 10.5-11. Overall I really like this shoe.
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8.5
October 17, 2022
Solid basketball shoe. Decent in every category. However it doesn’t have the best stopping impact though…It is still great and I would recommend to anyone. But for me, I just have a problem with it’s stopping impact because I like to stop instantly and shoot 2 or 3 point and this shoe doesn’t really do that so I sold it…Nike just needs to improve the traction. Also it’s not the best outdoors and I doubt it would really last.
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9.1
June 22, 2023
Holy Moly These Were FREAKING AMAZING I Got Them For Outdoor Court On Concrete And Had My Opponents Ankles Deleted Because Of The Ridiculous Traction. Full Length Zoom Strobel Is Awesome. Support, Lockdown And Fit were Top-Notch. One Thing To Note Is Breathability Is Not The Best And There Is No Carbon Fiber Shank Plate But It Didn't Really Matter These Are Currently My Favorite Shoe Of The Year.
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8.9
October 29, 2022
Unity 2 and Jordan 36 low were both in my main rotation for quite a long time.
But after a while I dropped the Unity 2 and I don't really understand why.
The shoe is good in every aspect. It's allrounder but it's not quite it in every aspect.
Traction, Cushioning, Support and Fit is good but could be better.
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9.2
January 30, 2023
Great shoe! I got this shoe for around $120 CAD. This shoe is AMAZING in all categories, except for breathability. My feet get a little warm, but it's not a deal breaker or anything. Would recommend.
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Traction of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.2 (ranks #61 of 330)
User Traction Rating: 9.0 (ranks #113 of 330)
10 - Amazing
11
9 - Great
14
8 - Good
5
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
1
10.0
August 30, 2022
The traction needed time to break in before performing amazingly.
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10.0
August 21, 2022
The traction is top-tier. It performed phenomenally.
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10.0
August 28, 2022
The traction on the shoe is insane. It performed on clean and dusty courts with no issues.
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9.0
August 24, 2022
The more I played, the better the traction performed. It's a tier below the best tractions.
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9.0
August 21, 2022
The traction pattern profiles like it will perform well.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The outsole pattern produces decent traction. It grips well during play.
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8.5
November 2, 2022
The traction reminds me of the KD 15. It had me covered playing indoors.
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Cushion of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 9.0 (ranks #68 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: 9.4 (ranks #40 of 330)
10 - Amazing
16
9 - Great
8
8 - Good
7
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
August 30, 2022
The cushioning feels similar to all shoes that use a full-length Zoom Strobel. The main difference is the foam is a bit firmer than other shoes.
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10.0
August 21, 2022
I loved the feeling of the Zoom Strobel in this shoe. It could be the best Strobel I've experienced. It's bouncy and has tons of impact protection.
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9.0
August 28, 2022
The carrier foam is somewhat stiff, but the full-length Zoom Strobel is bouncy with impact protection.
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10.0
August 24, 2022
Nike uses a full-length Zoom Strobel again, but the insole is an upgrade compared to the original Cosmic Unity. This setup is lower to the ground, so the court feel of the shoe is impressive.
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9.0
August 21, 2022
The cushioning setup is the same as last year's model. You sit low to the ground while still receiving plush cushioning thanks to the Zoom Strobel unit.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The full-length Zoom Strobel unit feels plush, and the foam feels similar to Formula 23. The cushioning setup isn't as explosive as expected, but it still feels comfortable.
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8.0
November 2, 2022
The Phylon midsole is soft, and the Zoom Strobel provides impact protection and court feel.
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Materials of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.2 (ranks #159 of 330)
User Materials Rating: 9.0 (ranks #49 of 330)
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9
9 - Great
8
8 - Good
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7 - Average
1
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10.0
August 30, 2022
I feel that the materials are amazing once broken in. It's comfortable and supportive, but the ventilation could be better.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The knit material is thick, and the quality is nice.
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9.0
August 28, 2022
Textiles and screen mesh comprise most of the shoe. It feels softer and of higher quality compared to the Cosmic Unity.
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8.0
August 24, 2022
The mesh upper is multi-layered and features different textures. The materials don't feel as cheap as other recycled materials.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The materials are all textiles, and they're going to work just fine. There is no toe guard, which is something to keep an eye on.
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8.0
October 10, 2022
The materials make the Nike Cosmic Unity 2 one of the most well-constructed shoes I've tested.
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6.5
November 2, 2022
I'm not satisfied with the quality of the materials, especially for the high price tag.
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Support of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Expert Support Rating: 7.4 (ranks #308 of 330)
User Support Rating: 8.8 (ranks #122 of 330)
10 - Amazing
6
9 - Great
10
8 - Good
9
7 - Average
3
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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8.0
August 30, 2022
I had zero issues with lateral containment, lockdown, and stability.
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9.0
August 21, 2022
The heel slippage on the Cosmic Unity 2 is much improved. I didn't experience any slippage at all. I loved the lockdown on the shoe too.
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8.0
August 28, 2022
I had no heel slippage or side-to-side movement on the footbed. The shoe ensures you're secure throughout all your moves.
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8.0
August 24, 2022
The plastic on the side of the shoe provides plenty of support and containment. I also didn't have any problems with heel containment.
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4.0
November 2, 2022
The support is where the shoe is lacking the most. The heel counter works well, but my forefoot spilled over the side of the shoe. The shank plate also doesn't feel good.
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Fit of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.1 (ranks #208 of 330)
User Fit Rating: 8.9 (ranks #95 of 330)
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
3
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9.0
August 30, 2022
The shoe fits me extremely well. My toes go to the edge of the shoe, and it's snug.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The shoe fits nicely around your foot. You might need to go up half a size if you wear a brace.
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8.0
August 28, 2022
I had no issues with the fit after breaking in the shoe. It feels snug, so if you don't like that, consider going up half a size.
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8.0
August 24, 2022
The shoe fit long for me, so I sized down half a size for a better fit.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The shoe fits perfectly length-wise, but the sizing can get tricky width-wise.
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9.0
October 10, 2022
The fit was pleasantly surprising. It's forgiving after breaking the shoe in.
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6.5
November 2, 2022
I experienced midfoot pain for the first two or three sessions, but the shoe does fit me close to 1-to-1.
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Durability of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
User Durability Rating: 9.0 (ranks #57 of 330)
10 - Amazing
10
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
10
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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Outdoor of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 30.0 (ranks #180 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: 63.9 (ranks #130 of 330)
Good (100%)
7
Fair (50%)
12
Bad (0%)
4
fair
August 30, 2022
The durability is not the best, but I don't think it would be terrible.
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no
August 21, 2022
I do not think you should take this shoe outside.
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no
August 24, 2022
I wouldn't recommend this shoe for outdoor use.
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fair
August 21, 2022
The rubber compound seems outdoor-friendly.
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fair
November 2, 2022
The rubber compound is firm enough to play outdoors, but I don't think it will last long.
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Width of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
very narrow
4
slightly narrow
16
regular
11
slightly wide
0
very wide
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slightly narrow
August 30, 2022
The width is slightly narrow.
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slightly narrow
August 21, 2022
The shoe is slightly narrow, but it wasn't too bad.
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regularly wide
August 28, 2022
I had some pressure on my pinky toe, but it went away after breaking in the shoe.
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regularly wide
August 24, 2022
Go true to size if you have a wide foot.
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slightly narrow
August 21, 2022
The shoe is narrow in the midfoot.
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regularly wide
October 10, 2022
People with a 2E width foot can go true to size for a 1-to-1 fit or half a size up for more space.
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slightly narrow
November 2, 2022
I would avoid the shoe if I had a wide foot.
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Size of the Nike Cosmic Unity 2:
very small
1
slightly small
6
true to size
19
slightly long
5
very long
0
true to size
August 30, 2022
I went true to size with no issues.
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true to size
August 21, 2022
I recommend going true to size.
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true to size
August 28, 2022
I went true to size, and I felt perfectly fine.
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½ size large
August 24, 2022
I went half a size down because of the length.
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true to size
August 21, 2022
I went true to size.
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true to size
October 10, 2022
People with narrow or medium-width feet can go true to size.
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true to size
November 2, 2022
The shoe runs true to size.
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