Our verdict
- Top pick in Puma Axis Black-asphalt Rand
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Pros
- No-frills grip on floors
- Feels quite stable
- Secure foot containment
- Good for occasional outdoor use
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- Lightweight construction
- Flexible structure
Cons
- Not spacious enough for wide feet
- Reebok ou encore New Balance
Audience verdict
- Top 23% in basketball shoes
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Puma Cell Allen OG | Comparison
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Audience score | 90 Great! | 86 Good! | 90 Great! | 84 Good! | |
Price | $130 | $140 | $130 | $120 | |
Signature | - | Devin Booker | Luka Doncic | - | |
Top | Low | Low | Low | Low | |
Weight lab | 13.2 puma x stampd long sleeve raglan mens black | 13.6 oz / 386g | 13.5 oz / 384g | 13.8 PUMA R78 Sneakers JR | |
Lightweight | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Breathability | Breathable | Warm | Moderate | Moderate | |
Outsole durability | Good | Decent | Decent | Decent | |
Drop lab | 7.9 mm | 7.0 mm | 6.1 mm | 9.4 mm | |
Heel stack lab | 30.5 mm | 26.9 mm | 27.0 mm | 32.4 mm | |
Forefoot | 22.6 mm | 19.9 mm | 20.9 mm | 23.0 mm | |
Size | True to size | Slightly small | Half size small | True to size | |
Midsole softness | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | |
Stiffness | Moderate | Moderate | Flexible | Flexible | |
Torsional rigidity | Stiff | Stiff | Stiff | Stiff | |
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Trainers PUMA X-Ray 2 Square Mid Wtr 373020 02 Taffy Taffy Puma Black | Medium | Medium | Wide | Medium | |
obuv puma smash v2 mid wtr | Medium | Medium | Medium | Wide | |
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Midsole width - heel | Average | Narrow | Average | Average | |
Heel padding durability | Decent | Good | Decent | Bad | |
Toebox durability | Decent | Decent | Decent | Decent | |
Insole thickness | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Outsole hardness | Average | Average | Hard | Average | |
Outsole thickness | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Heel tab | None | Finger loop | Finger loop | Puma Black Marshmallow | |
Ranking | #11 Top 23% | #29 Bottom 39% | #7 Top 15% | #32 Bottom 33% | |
Popularity | #14 Top 30% | #11 Top 23% | #15 Top 32% | #13 Top 28% |
Puma Cell Allen OG | Who should buy
After running some lab tests and playing ball while wearing it, we have concluded that the PUMA All Pro Nitro is suitable for the following:
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- ballers who like hoop shoes that are quite flexible and light to the feet
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- wearers who value comfort, especially Clyde this shoe is breathable and offers a lot of impact protection
Who should NOT buy
Upon wearing it, we immediately noticed that the PUMA All Pro Nitro tapers quite sharply toward the toe. Because of this observation, we absolutely cannot recommend this shoe for wide-footers. We believe they are better off with shoes like the PUMA MB.02, Puma Vêtements femme Tops.
Don't get us wrong, the whole cushioning system worked just fine during our games. We are confident to say that this part of the shoe is safe. But 'safe' might not be enough for players who want a more pronounced court feel. They may go for guard-oriented picks such as the puma basket suede platform mono satin beige 365828 02 womens shoes super.
Cushioning
Heel stack
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Puma All Pro Nitro | 30.5 mm |
Average | 29.1 mm |
Forefoot stack
The forefoot stack height is also just around the average. Our caliper readings pegged it at 22.6 mm.
Now, are we complaining? Definitely not! The average thickness of this shoe's cushioning system afforded us a balance of court feel and impact protection. Many in our team appreciated this setup, especially those whose playing roles and styles in the game switch widely.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 22.6 mm |
Average | 21.6 mm |
Drop
There was not a lot to rave or complain about the drop of the All Pro Nitro. It was just around the average at 7.9 mm.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 7.9 mm |
Average | 7.5 mm |
Midsole softness
We loved how soft the cushioning felt underfoot. When we assessed its softness using our HA durometer in the lab, we were pleased to see that it was indeed softer than average. It got a rating of 22.0.
During our test games, this softness helped us be free from pain and discomfort. We did not mind wearing it for long periods.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 22.0 HA |
Average | 25.1 HA |
Insole thickness
Because the built-in foam was already soft and comfortable, we did not feel the need for a removable insole. But the PUMA All Pro Nitro came in with one, anyway, and it was as thick as the average at 4.4 mm.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 4.4 mm |
Average | 4.8 mm |
Size and fit
Size
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Toebox width - widest part
We retrieved a replica of the All Pro Nitro's interiors using proprietary gel and it proved the shoe's solid medium fit.
Measurig the mold of this PUMA shoe at its widest (betwen the pinkie and the big toe), our caliper returned a standard reading of 92.7 mm.
If you have medium-sized feet, there should be issues with the fit.
Puma All Pro Nitro | 92.7 mm |
Average | 92.8 mm |
Toebox width - big toe
The shoe's toebox doesn't get much narrower towards the toes either. Its slightly rounded shape reflected in a standard width of 68.7 mm near the big toe.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 68.7 mm |
Average | 69.3 mm |
Toebox height
You can also expect an ample amount of vertical space as the toebox height of the All Pro Nitro comes in at the regular 23.7 mm.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 23.7 mm |
Average | 23.4 mm |
Stability
Lateral stability test
We never felt any issues with lateral stability. The side walls did their jobs well. The heel counter also did its job well (more on this below). Our feet were able to stay in place even when we were moving wildly to and from the basket. No serious complaints here.
Torsional rigidity
Sudden twists are not only disorienting, but they can also be so painful as well. Good thing this PUMA basketball shoe truly felt stable and firm no matter which direction we went.
When we did some manual twists on it in the lab, we realized that we needed to break some sweat before we could make the shoe relent to our maneuvers. We were left with no other choice but to give it a perfect 5 for torsional rigidity.
Puma All Pro Nitro | 5 |
Average | 4.4 |
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Not only was the heel counter comfortable and durable, but it was notably stiff as well. In fact, it got a perfect 5 from us for its stiffness when we gave it a good squeeze in the lab.
We never felt any unnecessary movements in the rearfoot because of how securely the heel counter was clasping our feet.
Puma All Pro Nitro | 5 |
Average | 3.7 |
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The forefoot part of the midsole is of average width. Our caliper measured it to be 114.2 mm wide.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 114.2 mm |
Average | 114.9 mm |
Midsole width - heel
We felt that the platform had a little more width at the heel part. When we measured it using our caliper, it was indeed wider (just a little, though) than average at 94.4 mm.
The additional width helped us maintain our balance and stability, especially when we made more aggressive and shiftier movements.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 94.4 mm |
Average | 90.1 mm |
Flexibility / Stiffness
The PUMA All Pro Nitro is a highly flexible shoe indeed! It followed our movements one-to-one thanks to its very agreeable nature. That's why we found it to be particularly effective for quick steps and fake shots.
Using a shoe flexing tester machine, we found that this PUMA hoop shoe required as little as 14.9N to bend to a 30-degree angle. This number is significantly lower than average.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 14.9N |
Average | 20.5N |
Weight
The PUMA All Pro Nitro is lighter than average at 13.2 ounces or 373 grams. We never felt this shoe weighing us down during our test games. We were able to run fast and jump high as needed.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 13.16 oz (373g) |
Average | 13.79 oz (391g) |
Breathability
Oh boy! The Puma All Pro Nitro was just so airy! We never felt damp, and we were so happy not to deal with wet socks after our games.
As can be seen in the video above, the smoke that we pumped into the shoe escaped through the Puma All Pro Nitro's upper quite easily. Slip de banho Puma Logótipo Brief azul marinho's upper, which only garnered a breathability score of 1 out of 5, barely allowed smoke to pass through. Smoke could only escape through its tongue. Hence, the 4 out of 5 that the Puma All Pro Nitro got from us is pretty well-deserved.
We also performed a light test on the upper. In the video above, the porousness of the upper is made clear. Light was able to pass through the many ventilation holes.
We also put the upper under the microscope, and it gave us a good glimpse of the air vents that made the PUMA All Pro Nitro such a well-ventilated basketball shoe.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 4 |
Average | 2.6 |
Durability
Toebox durability
The toebox displayed moderate durability. With proper care, we felt that this shoe can last as long as it's needed.
After performing the Dremel test on it, we saw that there was still a sturdy second layer that could protect the foot even after the topmost skin had been worn off. It's truly worth the 3 out of 5 for toebox durability that it got from us.
Yet, we have to take note here that wearers who are habitual toe-draggers might still need to look for another basketball shoe model. The Dame Certified from Adidas Puma Tênis Running Minima FM.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 3 |
Average | 3.8 |
Heel padding durability
The heel padding surely looks smooth and soft, but we were so glad when we discovered in the lab that it's actually a very tough act!
We pressed the Dremel into it, and the damage that it left is not even worth mentioning. We gave it a 4 out of 5 for heel padding durability.
Because of our initial observation and subsequent lab results, we dare say that new wearers need not worry about this shoe falling apart after aggressive rubbing and ankle movements during intense games.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 4 |
Average | 3.6 |
Outsole hardness
The outsole performed as expected during our test games. It was not too hard, and it was not too flimsy either. It delivered just the right amount of toughness for effective occasional outdoor usage. When assessed in the lab, our HC durometer gave it a hardness rating of 80.0, a figure that does not fall from the average.
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Puma All Pro Nitro | 80.0 HC |
Average | 81.5 HC |
Outsole durability
Just like the hardness of the outsole, its durability is just around the average as well.
We performed the Dremel test on it, and our high-pressure drilling left as much damage as it would in an average shoe: a dent that is 1.0 mm deep.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 1.0 mm |
Average | 1.1 mm |
Outsole thickness
Our caliper showed that the outsole of the All Pro Nitro is slightly thicker than average at 4.6 mm. So even if its outsole is only as durable as the typical basketball shoe, we expect this shoe to last longer simply because it has more material to burn.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 4.6 mm |
Average | 4.0 mm |
Misc
Grip / Traction
Traction was not a problem for us. This shoe's bite was excellent, especially on cleaner courts. The grooves are wide enough, so we did not have problems with dust getting in between them and dulling the shoe's grip.
Tongue padding
The tongue is moderately padded, and it is 10.0 mm thick as per the caliper readings in the lab. This much material in the tongue helped fasten the fit. The padding also contributed a lot to the comfort that we enjoyed, and it dulled down the impact of when other players stepped on our feet.

Puma All Pro Nitro | 10.0 mm |
Average | 9.2 mm |
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The tongue has a full-gusseted design. Upon wearing this PUMA hoop shoe, we immediately noticed that this design helped in securing its clasp around the foot.

Puma All Pro Nitro | Both sides (full) |
Heel tab
The PUMA All Pro Nitro doesn't have a heel tab, so it has a streamlined look at the rearfoot.

Puma All Pro Nitro | None |
Removable insole
The insole is removable, and it was quite easy to get rid of when we needed to use inserts or just wanted a more forgiving fit.

Puma All Pro Nitro | Yes |