When you play football, you don’t want to have think about what’s on your feet. You want footwear on the field to feel like a second skin.

A thick yet light one, and one that both protects you when getting stepped on or when you roll an ankle.

And most importantly, one that allows you to negotiate your playing surface under your full control giving you solid footing while allowing you the flexibility to make quick cuts and powerful bursts (quick turns and jumps).

There are so many options for cleats. Finding the best football cleats that work just for you depends on the options that align the most with your position and how you play.

For example, cleats can be low-, mid-, or high-cut (think shoe high-tops), and each offer their own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to ankle support and flexibility.

The weight of a football cleat is also important, and is a factor to look at when considering a specific cleat brand and model. Don’t worry, most are pretty light weight.

You’ll also need to think about whether you’ll be playing on natural grass or turf of the artificial kind. Do you want removable cleats or find with integrated types?

And as with any football accessory or gear, personal preference is included in your evaluations.

Beyond the support and quality of the cleat, comes color and design aspects that you may have in mind or need to get to match uniform color and style codes.

The list of our top football cleats below is based on the most important factors first: Price, Weight, Comfort and Durability of the cleats.

Our goal is for you to find your football cleat and get out on the playing field and perform better because of it.

Under Armour Men's UA Highlight MC Football Cleats
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The Adidas Performance Men's Crazyquick Mid Football Cleats
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The Adidas Men's Filthyquick 2.0 MD Football Cleat
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The Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats
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The Under Armour Men's UA C1N MC Football Cleats
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The Adidas Performance Men's Turf Hog LX Low Football Cleat
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The Under Armour Men's Alter Ego Highlight MC Football Cleats
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The Under Armour Men's UA Hammer Mid RM cleats
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The Men's UA Spine™ Fierce MC Football Cleats
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The Nike Mens Alpha Pro 3/4 TD Football Cleats
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Under Armour Men's UA Highlight MC Football Cleats
Pros
  • Very comfortable and light
  • Provides ample support to th whole foot including the ankle
  • These cleats are evry flexible allowing for the natural movement of the feet
  • Allows for breathing to keep your feet cool and dry during play
Cons
  • Some users have said the cleats are somewhat narrow for their feet
Summary

We start off this list with one of the Cleats that we believe are the best as far as football cleats are concerned, the Under Armour Men's UA Highlight MC Football Cleats. Just like most of the gloves in out top ten list of the best football gloves, they are relatively new to the market. Regardless, they now have an almost cult following especially for players who play in speed positions. This is because they are light and they provide a grip like no other shoes can. This is made possible by their UA Cluchfit fitting that helps enhance the grip of this shoe as well as provide support to the ankle.

The end result of this is a shoe that is not only comfortable but one that you are going to enjoy wearing for long periods of play. Apart from that, the Under Armour Men's UA Highlight MC Football Cleats have a sole made entirely out of rubber. This gives this shoe amazing flexibility to ensure that you are able to sprint and stop comfortable without the shoe twisting and bending in any weird way.

When it comes to the inside of the shoe, Under Armour have included Foot-forming 4D Foam® footbed molds. These allow the cleat to conform to your foot in order to make sure that the shoe has a comfortable fit without putting pressure on your feat.

Over and above all of the above, Under Armour care about the health of your feet. The way they do this is by ensuring their cleats allow your feet to move as naturally as possible. They do this by utilizing the UA PlasmaX plate in the shoe that allows for a more natural movement as well as improved stability and traction.

To top it all off, the Under Armour Men's UA Highlight MC Football Cleats come in a variety of designs and colors so that you can easily find one that matches your outfit.

Price9.5
Comfort10
Weight10
Durability9.5

The Adidas Performance Men's Crazyquick Mid Football Cleats
Pros
  • Handmade to ensure highest quality
  • Mesh upper for better cooling and a lighter shoe
  • These cleats have amazing grip for when you need to accelerate and brake
  • Very comfortable interior
Cons
  • Being mid height does not give them as much support as other full length cleats
Summary

Coming in a very close number 2 are the Adidas Performance Men's Crazyquick Mid Football Cleats. Meticulously handmade to ensure they are of the highest quality possible, these cleats have become best friends to some of the top football players. This is because they are light, strong, durable and in their own special kind of way go a long way to help players enhance their performance. These mid-cut cleats have a TECHFIT upper that gives them great grip for prolonged play, their laces ate tight and strong to ensure that they don't get untied during play.

When it comes to enhancing performance, the Adidas Performance Men's Crazyquick Mid Football Cleats feature a quickframe plate that has been proven to offer amazing speed and traction. Due to their light weight, they do not bog you down with unnecessarily weight meaning that you are able to attain top speeds for those times you need to get the ball across goal.

The Adidas Performance Men's Crazyquick Mid Football Cleats are also very flexible. This makes them comfortable and enhances the natural movement of your foot once you have these cleats on. The interior of the shoe is padded and the heal is made out of Quickform heel padding to ensure maximum comfort.

The sole is long lasting and man-made. This ensure that it is not only flexible but that it plays a vital part in ensuring maximum performance when wearing the Adidas Performance Men's Crazyquick Mid Football Cleats. They also come in a variety of sizes and colors and you can get them in sizes that are suitable for both youth players and pro, mature players.

Get the Adidas Performance Men's Crazyquick Mid Football Cleats if you are looking for speed, comfort and durability.

Price9.5
Comfort10
Weight10
Durability9.5

The Adidas Men's Filthyquick 2.0 MD Football Cleat
Pros
  • Very light and comfortable
  • Very flexible and allows the feet to breath as they are made of mesh
  • Flexible enough to allow the natural movement of the feet
  • Very comfortable interior
Cons
  • Only available in black and white
Summary

Another very strong contender for the top spot is the Adidas Men's Filthyquick 2.0 MD Football Cleat. There cleats are made for one thing only: running. They are light and comfortable, two characteristics that are made possible by the lightweight and mesh upper. The inside of the Adidas Men's Filthyquick 2.0 MD Football Cleat is customized with the EVO insole from Adidas to ensure that it is as comfortable as possible. This makes this cleat desirable for people who play for long periods of time.

Adidas are known for the care they put into all their products and the Adidas Men's Filthyquick 2.0 MD Football Cleat is no exception. This mid-height cleat is made using synthetic fabric to first of all ensure it is flexible and it can breath. This ensures that your feet are not twisting in a weird way especially when accelerating and stopping. The outsole is also enhanced to ensure that the shoe is mighty durable.

The Adidas Men's Filthyquick 2.0 MD Football Cleat, considered to be the newer version of the Adidas Men's Filthyquick Football Cleat, comes with an camo-print quickframe plate. This gives the shoe an amazing-looking finish. The quickplate is also enhanced for speed so you are able to take off and attain top speeds in a matter of seconds. The quickplate is also very flexible in order to enhance the natural movement of the foot.

The Adidas Men's Filthyquick 2.0 MD Football Cleats come in a variety of sizes and these sizes can fit anyone from a young adult to older, pro players. Sadly, they do not come in a variety of colors so you will have to settle with the black and white option that is available.

Price9.5
Comfort9.5
Weight9
Durability9.5

The Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats
Pros
  • Come with 5 different laces to match to your outfit
  • Looks amazing without compromising on quality
  • Flexible enough to allow the natural movement of the feet
  • Very comfortable interior that conforms to the shape of your feet
Cons
  • Comes with limited color options
  • Some users say they are somewhat narrow for their feet
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At number 4 we have the Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats. If you are looking for sturdy performance coupled with clean looks, this is the shoe to get. Do not let the meek looks of these cleats fool you: they are sturdy, comfortable and light to enhance performance. They are made out of synthetic material which is one of the reasons why they look as clean and fresh as they do.

The upper of the Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats offers amazing support and breathability as it is made out of light mesh. That said, the laces come together beautifully to ensure that this shoe does not come off during play. In order to ensure maximum support, the Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats come with powerlock straps. These lock the foot in place for enhanced support while helping give the shoes amazing comfort.

Looking at the inside of the shoes, the Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats feature the Die-cut EVA footbed. This helps enhance the comfort of the inside of the shoe while at the same time improving the durability of the shoe. Still on durability, the Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats feature a rubber outsole that is aggressively reliable and rugged to ensure amazing traction on any surface while managing to tie into the overall look and feel of the shoe.

Although the Under Armour Men's UA Crusher RM Football Cleats are not available in any other colors other than black & white, they come with up to five pairs of laces of different colors. This is so that you are able to at least tie in the looks of your cleats into those of the rest of your uniforms.

Price9.5
Comfort9.5
Weight9
Durability9

The Under Armour Men's UA C1N MC Football Cleats
Pros
  • Full upper to help enhance grip and support
  • Comfortable interior with amazing heel support
  • Amazing chrome finish for a unique look on the field
  • Flexible enough so as to enhance the natural movement of the feet
Cons
  • Do not come in sizes for people with smaller feet
Summary

Number 5 on our list are the Under Armour Men's UA C1N MC Football Cleats. These cleats are touted as “the next generation of cleats, for the next generation of the quaterback”. One of the things that stands out about these cleats is that regardless of the fact that they are made to be as close-fitting as possible, they do not hamper performance. They are light and flexible which allows for the natural movement of the foot as much as possible. The UA ClutchFit conforms to the shape of your body and feet allowing for superior support while giving your feet awesome comfort.

Regarding the looks of the Under Armour Men's UA C1N MC Football Cleats, they come in an almost 100% chrome look. To be specific, they come in black and chrome, white and chrome as well as blue and chrome which makes them very unique when you step onto the field with them. The upper is made out of synthetic chrome material to give you amazing comfort while enhancing the durability of the shoe.

A look inside a pair of Under Armour Men's UA C1N MC Football Cleats reveals the Foot-forming 4D Foam® footbed that Under Armour uses on most of its cleats. This footbed allows the interior of the shoe to mold to the player’s feet to give them a comfortable feel that is customized to their feet. UA PlasmaX included in these cleats ensures that they support the natural movement of your feet as well as help increase your stability and traction.

As you can see, regardless of the Under Armour Men's UA C1N MC Football Cleats being on the expensive end of the spectrum, they are durable, beautiful and help your gameplay by allowing your feet to move as naturally as possible. They are a must-have for any player serious about their gaming.

Price9
Comfort8.5
Weight8.5
Durability9

The Adidas Performance Men's Turf Hog LX Low Football Cleat
Pros
  • Enhanced mesh upper to help enhance breathing and cooling
  • Comfortable interior with amazing feet support
  • Multidirectional cleats to allow for acceleration and stopping in any direction
  • Comfortable interior that conforms to the shape of your feet
Cons
  • Being low cut, they do not offer as much support as other cleats on this list do
  • Available in one color option only, white and black
Summary

Coming in at number 6 are cleats that stand out because unlike most other cleats on this list, they are low cut. They are not going to be giving you the level of ankle support that most of the other cleats on this list will but they are strong in other areas. For example, they have a mesh upper that is made out of synthetic materials. The ensures that the shoe has maximum breathability while not compromising the strength and looks of these cleats.

Apart from that, if you look at the sole, you will find lots of multidirectional studs. This means that you will have better acceleration off the bat as well as stopping ability in any direction. Do not forget that since the Adidas Performance Men's Turf Hog LX Low Football Cleat is low cut, it is much more compressed meaning that is is stronger than most of the other cleats on this list. What this means is that you get durable cleats that will go the distance, or the season, for you.

A look at the interior will reveal a molded EVA midsole. This type of midsole conforms to your feet and shapes into them to provide you with unraveled comfort. The midsole also offers your feet an added level of protection from impact meaning that this shoe is also a very good option for those who play impositions where they receive a lot of hits.

The Adidas Performance Men's Turf Hog LX Low Football Cleats come in a variety of sizes but sadly this does not apply to the colors, you are stuck with the black and white option available. That said, the performance and the lightweight nature of these cleats as well as their multidirectional studs mean that you will find all that you need in this shoe.

Price8
Comfort9
Weight8.5
Durability8.5

The Under Armour Men's Alter Ego Highlight MC Football Cleats
Pros
  • Offers full support of the feet while being light and comfortable
  • Come in a variety of customized superhero colors
  • Flexible enough to allow the natural movement of the feet
  • Very comfortable interior
Cons
  • Somewhat narrow for a number of users
Summary

Number 7 on our list is an interesting choice. These cleats are meant to turn you into someone else when you step onto the field in them. They come in a variety of designs with most of these designs being brandings of superheroes. For example, one popular variant of the shot is “Batman inspired” while another is “Superman inspired”. Although the Under Armour Men's Alter Ego Highlight MC Football Cleats are somewhat geared towards fanboys of both superheroes and football, they deliver amazing performance.

The Under Armour Men's Alter Ego Highlight MC Football Cleats have an upper that wraps all round your foot to provide support and protection to the whole foot. This wrapping of the whole foot ensures that you have all the power that you need while allowing your feet to move as naturally as possible. The upper of these cleats is made of lightweight material to allow for breathability while at the same time allowing the cleats to be as light as possible.

With their Foot-forming 4D Foam® footbed technology, Under Armour present to you a shoe that conforms to your feet for a comfortable fit. A short period of time will allow the interior of these cleats to conform to your feet to ensure that the shoe does not slip when playing. Locking in your feet using this technological means that you will have 100% support and comfort.

The actual cleats on the Under Armour Men's Alter Ego Highlight MC Football Cleats are lightweight and bladed. By being so, they provide superior traction so that you are able to run and stop faster as well as cut through other players effortlessly. The UA PlasmaX plate allows the foot to move in a natural way and does not twist in any way during play. Overall, this shoe is meant to ensue that you forget you are wearing it and for most people, it is able to do exactly that.

Price8.5
Comfort8
Weight8
Durability8

The Under Armour Men's UA Hammer Mid RM cleats
Pros
  • They are light without compromising on support
  • The Upper offers amazing support
  • The upper is made of mesh to enhance breathing
  • Very comfortable interior
Cons
  • Being low-cut means that they do not provide as much protection as most other cleats
Summary

At number 8 we have another Low cut option. The Under Armour Men's UA Hammer Mid RM cleats are lowcut which ensures that they are lighter without compromising on support. The upper of these cleats is made out if synthetic material. This allows it to tie the cleats together while allowing for maximum breathability. The upper is also made to ensure that the cleats offer additional support to your feet and allow for stability regardless of whatever position you may be playing.

A Die-cut EVA footbed allows for amazing comfort while still being very durable. This footbed shapes into your feet as you continuously wear these cleats so that they shape into your feet for a locked in, supportive feel. The outside of the Under Armour Men's UA Hammer Mid RM cleats is made to be rugged and strong to ensure durability. The rubber molded outsole gives the Under Armour Men's UA Hammer Mid RM cleats amazing traction regardless of the surface that you may be playing on. The outsole manages to tie into the whole comfort of the shoe which seems to be the main selling point for the Under Armour Men's UA Hammer Mid RM cleats.

These cleats are beautiful, lightweight, durable and can be used by players playing in any position. Although by being lowcut means that they do not provide as much protection as most other cleats on this list, the comfort they provide propels them into the eighth position on our list.

Price8
Comfort7
Weight8
Durability7.5

The Men's UA Spine™ Fierce MC Football Cleats
Pros
  • They are light to allow for higher running speeds
  • The power strap offers additional support
  • Offers amazing foot support despite being very light
  • Very comfortable interior that conforms to your feet
Cons
  • Has limited size options
Summary

This one is for the players who play on the front line. There shoes are meant to be light and flexible for people who need top flight speeds while at the same time remaining cvery comfortable. Starting at the top, we have an upper that hugs your feet to ensure that you have all the support your feet need during play. Added in is a powerstrap that locks your foot in and ensures that your foot stays put during all four quarters. Although the strap fits very tightly, one does not feel like their feet are being strangled as the strap is very comfortable.

The upper of the Men's UA Spine™ Fierce MC Football Cleats is mad out of synthetic mesh to further ensure that the shoe is light and comfortable. This upper allows for breathability allowing for the cleats to be worn for longer. Moving a little bit lower reveals the UA Spine™ plate which is the reason why these cleats are as lightweight as they are. Although this plate reduces the weight of these cleats, it does not compromise on support as you are still able to feel the support that comes with this shoe when you wear them.

One of the things that stands out about the Men's UA Spine™ Fierce MC Football Cleats is the 4D Foam® collar which wraps around the ankle to provide support while ensuring a very comfortable fit. The shoe is strong enough that it does not twist during play thus reducing chances of injuries. The cleats are also very sharp and position in such a way that people who play at the front will be able to take off and stop how they are supposed to. Although the Men's UA Spine™ Fierce MC Football Cleats are made for people who play on the front lines, if you are looking for shoes that fit snugly, are lightweight while still maintaining awesome support, the Men's UA Spine™ Fierce MC Football Cleats are for you regardless of what position you play.

Price8
Comfort6.5
Weight7
Durability7.5

The Nike Mens Alpha Pro 3/4 TD Football Cleats
Pros
  • Very comfortable and light
  • Provides ample support to the whole foot including the ankle
  • These cleats are very flexible allowing for the natural movement of the feet
  • Allows for breathing to keep your feet cool and dry during play
Cons
  • Some users have reported the shoes as being somewhat narrow for their feet size
  • Come in only one color option
Summary

Finally Nike makes an appearance. It often feels like a list of sporting products is never complete without a Nike product on the list. The Nike Mens Alpha Pro 3/4 TD Football Cleats are made out of synthetic material and in what appears to be a trend, the upper is made of mesh. This helps reduce the weight of the shoe while allowing for your feet to breath. The sole of the Nike Mens Alpha Pro 3/4 TD Football Cleats is made out of rubber, an option that we have not seen on too many cleats. What this translates to are cleats that are flexible and that allow your foot to move as naturally as possible.

The patented flywire technology from Nike grips the midsole as well as the arch to allow for a prefect fit. If you are looking for a shoe that is going to last a whole season, the Nike Mens Alpha Pro 3/4 TD Football Cleats will do. For added durability, they have a Reinforced TPU toe bumper. This means that even if you run around kicking the ball, your Nike Mens Alpha Pro 3/4 TD Football Cleats should be able to endure it all and still last you through the season.

Despite being a mid cut shoe option, these cleats offer amazing support as well as amazing strength so you are offered the protection that you need during play. For added traction, Nike have added optional heel talons and on-demand cleats for added traction especially when you need to cut across other players as well as accelerate as fast as possible.

There are not too many color options with these shoes but the white and black option should suffice for most people and should also match with most of the best football gloves on out top ten list. There are different sizes though and those range from adult to young adults.

Price7.5
Comfort7
Weight7
Durability7