Built for Players seeking a lightweight, speed‑oriented football cleat for quick cuts and acceleration.
A lightweight, low-cut speed cleat with strong traction and a snug fit, but with limited ankle support and minimal cushioning.
| Released | 2022 | Brand | Nike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Vapor Edge 360 VC Football Cleats | Type | American Football · Cleat |
| Upper | Lightweight synthetic leather (some variants use Flyknit on specific Untouchable edition) | Soleplate | Full‑foot Vapor plate (Vapor Edge 360 plate) with widely spaced studs / external traction pods |
| Who it's for | Players seeking a lightweight, speed‑oriented football cleat for quick cuts and acceleration | Weight | 289 g |
| MSRP | $150 | ||
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The Nike Vapor Edge 360 VC is a 2022 low-cut speed cleat for American football that prioritizes very light weight and an aggressive Vapor Edge traction plate. Reviewers say the plate and the close, molded fit give strong grip and secure lockdown for quick cuts. The low cut and minimal padding reduce ankle support and plush comfort.
Released in 2022, the Nike Vapor Edge 360 VC is a low-cut speed cleat in the Vapor Edge 360 family, part of the Vapor Carbon/Vapor line that goes back to 2014.
The upper is made from lightweight synthetic leather. Some special Untouchable editions use Flyknit instead. The laces include cable or Flywire elements that pull the upper tight for a secure fit.
The sole uses a full-foot Vapor Edge 360 plate, which is a single molded plate across the whole sole with widely spaced studs and external traction pods. The review names the Vapor Edge 360 plate and the cable-style secure-fit lacing as key features. The shoe is listed at 289 grams (10.2 ounces) per shoe and had an MSRP of 150.
The Vapor Edge 360 VC targets low-cut, speed players: wide receivers, cornerbacks, running backs and safeties who want acceleration, quick cuts and a very light, close fit. Its low profile, molded plate and 289 g weight suit skill positions rather than power roles.
Linebackers and tight ends who need ankle protection should consider mid-cut all-position models. Offensive and defensive linemen should move to high-cut, reinforced cleats.
The snug, molded fit favors players with medium to narrow feet. Players who need more internal volume or extra cushioning should choose a different model. The plate and widely spaced pods work best on firm natural grass and well-prepared fields. The construction points to molded traction rather than interchangeable studs.
Reviewers most consistently praise the Vapor Edge 360 plate for on-field grip. Multiple outlets describe the plate as delivering strong bite and reliable traction that helps with acceleration and cuts.
Footballrs. and Cleats Hub call the Edge plate "one of the best traction plates on the market." I Know Football says it can "pierce through services and grip the ground a lot better." One outlier is Jarvis PRIMESVGE McClam, who criticizes the integrated full plate construction and prefers other designs.
this is nike's edge traction plate and is one of the best traction plates on the market. Footballrs.
Reviewers consistently report the Vapor Edge 360 VC fits snugly and molds to the foot. They describe a close, true-to-size feel that reduces the need for heavy lacing to get a locked fit.
Jarvis PRIMESVGE McClam says the shoe can be worn "without even tying them" because the cleat molds to the foot. Cleats Hub calls the fit "super snug" and true to size.
you could wear these shoes without even tying them because the shoe it almost molded to your foot. Jarvis PRIMESVGE McClam
Reviews are mixed on ankle and overall stability. Some testers say the heel counter and plate provide useful stability. Others say the low-cut profile gives little real ankle support.
I Know Football says the design "gives you a lot more stability" and can "protect your ankles a little bit more." Footballrs. warns "you aren't going to get any ankle support because there's no true angle to this cleat; it's a low cut cleat." Cleats Hub agrees the heel counter helps keep the foot in place.
you aren't going to get any ankle support because there's no true angle to this cleat it's a low cut cleat. Footballrs.
Lockdown is generally a strength. The snug upper, cable elements and plate work together to hold the foot secure under load. Reviewers note less slippage and a tight fit when the cleats are laced.
Jarvis PRIMESVGE McClam describes the molded feel as producing an "amazing" fit without heavy lacing. Footballrs. notes the cable system runs to the base of the foot to increase tightness when laced.
that's going to run to the base of the foot and that's going to help give you a nice tight fit when you lace them up. Footballrs.
Durability comments are limited but lean positive for the upper. Footballrs. calls the upper "very sturdy" and gives durability a 7/10. That outlet says the synthetic upper resists internal slipping and should hold up through regular use.
There is less evidence about how long the soleplate lasts, so long-term durability of the plate is not well documented.
The upper on these is very sturdy your foot's not going to slide around too much on the inside. Footballrs.
The shoe uses lightweight synthetic leather, with some Flyknit variants on specific Untouchable editions. The lacing uses cables to create a secure fit. The stated weight is 289 grams (10.2 ounces) per shoe.
Reviewers emphasize the lightness as central to the cleat's speed focus. Cleats Hub highlights the 10.2 ounce weight when saying the shoe is among the lightest they have tried.
The Nike Vapor Edge 360 VC weighs 10.2 ounces or 289 grams. Given this weight, an expert exclaims that this football cleat is already among the lightest that he has ever tried.. Cleats Hub editorial (2022)
Reviewers say cushioning is minimal. Cleats Hub notes most padding is limited to the tongue, so players should not expect plush underfoot comfort.
The minimal padding helps keep weight and profile low. It also makes the cleat less forgiving over long practices or on harder playing surfaces.
A player says that this shoe does not offer so much plushness because it is only minimally padded, save only for the tongue.. Cleats Hub editorial (2022)
Comfort reports are mixed. I Know Football notes more padding in a newer iteration and gives a generally positive view. Footballrs. explicitly calls the cleat "not very comfortable."
The tight, molded fit combined with minimal padding means some players like the direct feel, while others find it too firm for long sessions.
these are not very comfortable. Footballrs.
Value comments come mainly from one outlet. Footballrs. praises a sale price of 120 and gives an overall value score of 8/10.
The cleat's listed MSRP is 150, so perceived value depends on sale pricing and how the buyer weighs weight, traction and comfort.
120 is a great price. Footballrs.
Reviewers describe the cleat as true to size and snug. Cleats Hub specifically reports a true-to-size, super snug fit, so standard sizing is a reasonable starting point.
The Vapor Edge 360 uses a full-foot molded plate with widely spaced traction pods. Reviewer comments indicate the plate is fixed and does not use interchangeable studs.
Reviewers say the plate and stud layout bite into the ground and provide strong grip. That matches use on firm natural grass and well-graded fields.
Reviewer evidence is mixed. Footballrs. calls the upper "very sturdy" and gives a 7/10 for durability. Other outlets focus more on fit and traction, so expect reasonable season-level durability from the synthetic upper but not the long life of heavier, reinforced models.
They suit skill, speed positions. The low-cut, lightweight construction (289 g) and the aggressive Vapor plate make them appropriate for wide receivers, cornerbacks, running backs and safeties who prioritize acceleration and quick cuts. Players who need mid-cut ankle support, such as linebackers and tight ends, or the reinforced structure used by offensive and defensive linemen should consider mid- or high-cut alternatives.
Bottom line, A low-cut, speed-focused football cleat that pairs a very light, close-fitting upper with an aggressive molded plate; good for speed players who accept limited ankle padding and modest plushness. Players who need strong ankle support, plush cushioning, or a wider fit should look elsewhere.
The Cleats Hub Score is a weighted aggregate of these independent reviews, normalised to 0–10 and weighted by source authority, recency and sample size. We don't sell or physically test products. Read the full methodology.
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