Adidas samba OG review
Our verdict
The Adidas Samba OG is an update that keeps the classic's original look. Performing our lab tests, we found that it has improved in many aspects. Its upgraded premium materials and design made it a perfect choice for our everyday wear, as it's also incredibly comfortable! Following its soccer heritage, the sneaker is grippy and has a low stack that keeps things down to Earth. Pair that up with minimalist aesthetics and lightweight nature, and we are in love with the Samba OG! Honestly, with its cool '90s style, flexibility, durability, and reasonable price, who wouldn't want a pair or two of this icon!
Pros
Premium-quality and genuine materials
Long-lasting design
Lightweight and flexible
Comfortable for all-day wear
A lot of ground feel
Easy to slip-on
Great all-rounder
Iconic 90s style
It has eco-friendly versions
Worth the price
Cons
Slightly narrow and tight
Lacks arch support
Who should buy
This updated icon is ready to dance around the streets with you if:
You're looking for a long-lasting pair designed with premium and genuine materials.
You love minimalist sneakers and their key features (low stacked, simple, pliable, lightweight).
You need an all-rounder for your daily life but you want it to be iconic.
Keeping things easy and simple regarding functionality and aesthetics is what you vibe with.
Who should NOT buy
As we've just mentioned, this is no ordinary shoe... we're talking about an updated icon and all-rounder! Truth is, it shines in multiple aspects, but after our lab and wear tests, we also found it has a couple of hidden disadvantages.
Just by looking at the picture, you'll see it's a narrow, snug, and tight model. If you have wide feet, you'll most likely find this Adidas uncomfortable. As an alternative, we believe you should try the Adidas Superstar. It also has that retro vibe, but it has more space to accommodate wide feet.
Even though this shoe is ideal for all-day wear, we've found it lacks arch support. If you're looking for a model with this extra supportive feature and you don't mind going for another brand, we totally recommend the New Balance 480 and the 530. This brand specialises in arch support and has multiple shoes with different designs, don't hesitate and have a look at them in our catalog!
Adidas Samba vs. Adidas Samba OG
It doesn't matter if you're trying to decide if you want to buy the Adidas Samba or the Adidas Samba OG, if you already have the Samba and you're wondering if you should go for the OG, or if you just wanna see which one is more suitable for your needs... we have gathered all our lab test results of both models.
We'll divide them into different sections and add a short explanation with numbers so it's easier to understand. Let's get started!
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