Our verdict

The Full Force Low is ready to steal the show with its retro hooper style and clean aesthetics. For a very cheap price, you can get a pair of really durable sneakers that look just like its more expensive Dunk or AF 1 siblings. It also features real leather and a low platform that offers wonderful stability, which made us enjoy the comfortable experience this Nike pair offered even more. Nevertheless, the price to pay for this lock-in feel and support is... its weight. The Full Force Low is heavier than average!

Nike Nike Lab AirForce 1 Mid sneakers Pros

  • Quite comfortable
  • Great durability for the price
  • Very stable
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Nike Nike Lab AirForce 1 Mid sneakers Cons

  • Heavy
  • Not breathable
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Audience verdict

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Who should buy

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  • You're looking for some comfortable and durable Nike sneakers to show off around town.
  • You're a fan of plush tongues and low-profile shoes, just like some skate-inspired models.
  • You love the retro hooper aesthetics from the 90s but you don't want to spend all your savings on a pair of shoes.

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Who should NOT buy

If you need a new pair of casual shoes to wear for hours on end, forget about the Full Force Low. We believe it doesn't have neither the cushioning nor the width and breathability to withstand consecutive use. Preoccupied you have some alternatives from Nike that tick the 3 boxes we've just mentioned.

Honestly, we could say the same about its weight, as it also works as an obstacle that doesn't let this Nike pair pass the exam to be a regular daily beater. It'll make your legs feel tired sooner than they should, so we recommend you have a look at lighter pairs, such as the Court Vision Low or the Кроссовки мужские летние беговые nike zoom pegasus 35 turbo, nike lebron 16 lmtd what the multi color.

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Cushioning

Heel stack

We always cut shoes in half to measure their stack height accurately. In this case, we moved our caliper all the way to the heel, where it marked 25.7 mm. This score is lower than average, which goes hand in hand with what we felt during our wear tests: these Nikes are closer to the ground, and they don't really focus on impact protection, breaking with the cacd Nike Dunk Low SP Retro Ugly Duckling Pack Veneer cheap nike air max 95 mens buying now nsk1720 discount Air Force aesthetics.

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Test results
Full Force Low 25.7 mm
Average 30.2 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
16.9 mm
Heel stack
50.5 mm

Forefoot stack

The forefoot gets even lower, as our caliper returned only 14.7 mm. We didn't find it uncomfortable or anything though, just don't expect loads of cushioning in this area. Being this low, it offers ground contact and stability, which is also great!

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Test results
Full Force Low 14.7 mm
Average 19.1 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
9.7 mm
Forefoot stack
29.5 mm

Drop

We did the math and noticed this shoe's drop is just average at 11.0 mm. Consequently, the heel feels more elevated than the toe area, but nothing too steep, so we didn't feel like we were tiptoeing during our wear tests; the ride was natural and stable.

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Test results
Full Force Low 11.0 mm
Average 11.1 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
3.5 mm
Drop
17.2 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

Our durometer returned 26.5 HA, which means this Nike's foam is on the softer side. That being said, we would never describe our experience with the Full Force Low by saying it feels like we're walking on a couple of clouds, though.

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It is a comfortable shoe, that's for sure, but it feels more like the skate-inspired pairs we have reviewed, as those also focus on ground feel. In other words: the experience was nice, but never plush.

Test results
Full Force Low 26.5 HA
Average 29.0 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 75 sneakers
Number of shoes
15.0 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
46.4 HA

Insole thickness

Just like its name suggests, this Nike pair keeps it Low with a thinner insole. At 4.3 mm, it acts like a comfortable bed for your feet, but that's it. As it's not even very plush and it doesn't feature any technologies, there's not much more we can say about it.

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Test results
Full Force Low 4.3 mm
Average 5.1 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
3.1 mm
Insole thickness
11.5 mm

Size and fit

Size

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1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 110 sneakers
Number of shoes
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

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At an average of 92.6 mm, our caliper reading and experience during our wear tests agree: the widest part of its toebox offers enough space for our standard-size feet.

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Test results
Full Force Low 92.6 mm
Average 92.3 mm
Compared to 74 sneakers
Number of shoes
85.4 mm
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Following the same pattern, even though this pair undeniably tappers, once again our caliper welcomed us with an average score. It returned 68.9 mm, which means we didn't have a lot of space to wiggle our toes yet they never felt cramped.

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Test results
Full Force Low 68.9 mm
Average 68.8 mm
Compared to 74 sneakers
Number of shoes
63.9 mm
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74.1 mm

Toebox height

Our caliper marked 28.1 mm when we measured this shoe's toebox height. This is slightly higher than average, and as this shoe has a full-leather build, we really appreciated it.

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Test results
Full Force Low 28.1 mm
Average 27.7 mm
Compared to 74 sneakers
Number of shoes
20.7 mm
Toebox height
35.0 mm

Stability

Lateral stability test

With a snug structure, a solid ride and a low profile, we knew the lateral stability of this Nike pair would be wonderful. We felt pretty close to the floor and in control of every move, which translated into a confident and safe ride that made our walk seven more enjoyable.

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Nike Nike Lab AirForce 1 Mid sneakers | Torsional rigidity

An important part of this wonderful stability comes from the solid structure of the Full Force Low. It features stiff materials that won't give in even if our fingers work all together to twist them. Consequently, we have decided to give this shoe an immovable 5/5 on our torsional rigidity test.

The price to pay for this extra balance is, most likely, a break-in period. Even though it might not be a universal experience, that's what we went through during our wear tests.

Test results
Full Force Low 5
Average 3.6
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

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Fortunately, this Nike's heel counter was not that disagreeable. It moved and bent when we pushed it, so at least we didn't end up with a thumb cramp this time! We decided to give it a standard 3/5 on our stiffness test, which means it didn't hurt our Achilles tendon during our wear tests.

Test results
Full Force Low 3
Average 3.2
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
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Our caliper marked 109.7 mm when we measured this shoe's midsole width in the forefoot. As it's slightly wider than average, our feet had plenty of space to land after every step, which provided our ride not only with comfort, but also with stability.

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Test results
Full Force Low 109.7 mm
Average 108.5 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
95.1 mm
Женские спортивные шорты nike running размер s
121.0 mm

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The heel follows the same logic, as it's also just slightly wider than average. This offered us some extra space; not much, though, just enough for your rearfoot to readjust comfortably after every step.

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Test results
Full Force Low 84.3 mm
Average 83.6 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
67.7 mm
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103.1 mm

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The stiffer structure of the Full Force Low earned it a higher-than-average score not only on our torsional rigidity test, but also on the flex one. Our force gauge marked 30.3N, so bending this shoe all the way up to 90 degrees was definitely not an easy task!

So... what's the meaning behind this number? Well, it means that this Nike pair won't move alongside your feet smoothly as soon as you put it on. It'll need some time to warm up, and even though we did find it comfortable, its materials become friendlier after a couple of uses.

Test results
Full Force Low 30.3N
Average 23.4N
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Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
5.8N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
51.8N

Weight

During our wear tests, this Nike pair felt clunky. It's not like it was impossible to wear or that the experience was negative, but after some hours of use, it did feel quite heavy. Consequently, our legs ended up more tired than usual.

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When we took this shoe to our lab, we finally understood it all. Our scale marked 15.06 oz/427g, which is higher than the sneakers' average in this category. If we take this extra weight and the lack of cushioning into account, the Full Force Low might not be the best pair to explore a new city or spend the whole day walking.

Test results
Full Force Low 15.06 oz (427g)
Average 13.79 oz (391g)
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
8.50 oz (241g)
Weight
20.49 oz (581g)

Breathability

The solid leather upper of this Nike pair doesn't look very breathable... and our feet felt like they were on a couple of ovens when we had been walking for a while, to be honest.

Our light test showed why: the Full Force Low has no ventilation gaps! Hence, the air can't get in and out of the shoe freely, which heats up the whole experience.

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We already knew these supposed "ventilation holes" were merely decorative, otherwise they would have let the smoke out of the shoe. Still, we put the upper under the microscope to observe them closely. Look at that, the opening is so minimal that no air could possibly flow!

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Test results
Full Force Low 1
Average 3
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Leather/Suede quality

As the nike kobe 1 protro purple reign aq2728 004 release date features a full leather upper, so there were many places for our torch to burn and for our awl to scratch!

Starting off with the white leather piece of the heel, we were already welcomed by a big flame. Then the material got all sticky, so we knew it was clearly fake.

We moved on to the gray top layer, which also showed its true colors pretty quickly. It burned down easily and our awl messed it up in no time so, once again, this material is fake.

Nevertheless, when we focused on the toebox, we saw it Gold the heat. Even though the 2 pieces in the rearfoot are fake, the forefoot leather is authentic!

Last but not least, we went for the white leather in the midfoot. We didn't have high expectations, yet the material proved its authenticity, as it didn't burn down into a sticky mess. To sum up, this Nike pair kind of falls between two stools. To be honest, we can understand why, as we're talking about a budget shoe, so it's already surprising enough that a large part of its upper features authentic materials!

Test results
Full Force Low Real leather

Toebox durability

The poor breathability of the Full Force Low evolved into wonderful durability. At 5K RPM and with 2N of force, our Dremel could only dream of poking a hole into this shoe. In fact, the result was so good that we decided to give it a solid 4/5 on our toebox durability test.

Test results
Full Force Low 4
Average 3.7
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

Ready to break with the "oh but the heel lining is weak" mentality, this Nike pair faced our Dremel fearlessly. At the same 5K RPM and with 2N of force, the tool drilled the back of the shoe non-stop for 4 seconds. Once again, the Full Force Low's performance was impressive, which earned it another 4/5 on durability.

Test results
Full Force Low 4
Average 3.2
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

When we pressed our durometer against this shoe's outsole, it marked 94.0 HC. As it's a pretty high score, it promises great durability, which would match the Full Force Low's armor-like vibe perfectly!

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Test results
Full Force Low 94.0 HC
Average 85.7 HC
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
76.1 HC
Outsole hardness
94.0 HC

Outsole durability

But, to be honest, we weren't that impressed by this shoe's wear and tear resistance. This time at 10K RPM and with the same 2N of force, the tool drilled the rubber for 18 solid seconds. The depth of the dent left was 1.0 mm according to our tread gauge, which is average. Consequently, even though this Nike's rubber is harder than average, its performance regarding durability didn't quite hit the mark.

Test results
Full Force Low 1.0 mm
Average 1.1 mm
Compared to 92 sneakers
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

When we measured this shoe's outsole thickness, our caliper returned 5.5 mm, which is just an average score. We believe Nike made the right choice here, as the durability of the rubber used is also standard, yet the shoe is already quite heavy. Therefore, using a thicker piece would just add some unwanted extra ounces.

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Test results
Full Force Low 5.5 mm
Average 5.3 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
2.9 mm
Outsole thickness
8.6 mm

Misc

Grip / Traction

Iconic Nike models like the Dunk High, the Dunk Low, or the Nike Sneaker Blazer Mid Gr, feature a very similar outsole. All these shoes, including the Full Force Low, have the heritage pivot point from former basketball legends. Even though it doesn't really play an important role in traction anymore, we do love these kinds of details.

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So now, regarding traction, this pair was just average. It bit urban surfaces with no problem, and it's not like we slipped easily on tiles or anything. But there's nothing special to point out about this Nike's grip. Anyway, it does its job well, and that's what matters to us!

Price

We would have never guessed that these cheaper sneakers would feature authentic leather. Apart from that, their solid structure has shown great durability and stability, not only in our lab but also during our wear tests. In our opinion, this already justifies their price, which is not even high! And leaving the technicalities aside... you can get the clean and iconic style of the Dunks or the AF Nike Sportswear will drop another NFL-inspired.

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Test results
Full Force Low $95
Average $122
Compared to 116 sneakers
Number of shoes
$50
Price
$220

Reflective elements

The Nike Full (Dark) Force Low doesn't have any reflective elements.

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Test results
Full Force Low No

Nike Nike Lab AirForce 1 Mid sneakers | Tongue padding

Alright, even though we really appreciated the comfort of the pillowy tongue of this Nike pair, which reaches some incredibly plush 17.7 mm... it's a little bit too much. The brand could have saved some weight if it had gone for a thinner tongue, so we see some room for improvement here regarding a potential second iteration.

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The good thing is that the rest of the upper doesn't follow this mushy pattern, as we only found padding on key areas, like the heel.

Test results
Full Force Low 17.7 mm
Average 9.3 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
0.7 mm
Tongue padding
23.0 mm

Heel tab

The clean look of this retro Nike pair wouldn't look this pristine if it had a heel tab. We also didn't feel like we needed one, as its opening was wide enough for our fit to get in easily.

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Test results
Full Force Low None

Removable insole

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Test results
Full Force Low Yes