Highly Rated

Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite

Firm-Ground Low-Top Football Boot

269,99 €

Highly Rated

Obsessed with speed? So are the game's biggest stars. That's why we made this Elite boot with an improved 3/4-length Air Zoom unit. It gives you and the sport's fastest players the propulsive feel needed to break through the back line. The result is the most responsive Mercurial we've ever made, because you demand greatness from yourself and your footwear.

Colour Shown: Magic Flamingo/Total Crimson/Black
Style: FQ1457-600
Country/Region of Origin: China

Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite

269,99 €

Obsessed with speed? So are the game's biggest stars. That's why we made this Elite boot with an improved 3/4-length Air Zoom unit. It gives you and the sport's fastest players the propulsive feel needed to break through the back line. The result is the most responsive Mercurial we've ever made, because you demand greatness from yourself and your footwear.

Fast traction

The wave-like traction pattern works with the Air Zoom unit to unlock your blazing speed. It takes up more surface area of the Air Zoom unit compared with the Vapor 15 while providing the right amount of grip. It is combined with chevron and blade studs to help you stop when making cuts.

Exceptional touch

Nike Gripknit, a sticky material that provides exceptional touch to the ball, gives you the control you need when dribbling at high speeds. It provides equal grip in wet or dry conditions.

Snug fit

The Flyknit upper, engineered for the game's fastest players, provides a sock-like fit. It is combined with Gripknit to form the thinnest Mercurial upper to date, bringing you closer to the ball and shortening break-in time.

Product details

For use on dry, natural-grass pitches
Cushioned sockliner
Colour Shown: Magic Flamingo/Total Crimson/Black
Style: FQ1457-600
Country/Region of Origin: China

Size & Fit

Contoured: designed for a contoured fit, enabling a barefoot boot-to-ball sensation and enhanced lockdown

Snug fit; if you prefer a slightly looser fit, we recommend ordering half a size up

Size Guide

Delivery & Returns

Standard delivery costs 10€ for non-Nike Members under 150€ and Nike Members under 75€.

Free 30‑day returns, some exclusions apply.

Reviews (73)

4.4 stars

Elid85cc3dbc2b048b1b9e85c1c5300574229 May 2026
I love this cleats I wore them once and I’m already in love with them and I got a half a size up and it fit me good
Nice But...
EternitySoccer27 May 2026
Very Nice shoes just I would recommend buying maybe a 1 or .5 size more
Good cleats
Presley79215211514 Apr 2026
They are very good cleats and recommend they are a little more expensive but the cheaper ones are just as good and are very light

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FAQ (9)

Who are the Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite football boots best suited for?

Players who rely on pace, quick acceleration and sharp changes of direction, combining explosive responsiveness, premium touch and a locked-in fit for fast, attacking style of play.

What does Gripknit do and how does it affect ball control?

Nike Gripknit is a sticky performance material designed to deliver exceptional touch and maintain control when dribbling, receiving and attacking at speed, in both wet and dry conditions.

What does the Air Zoom unit underfoot do in this boot?

The improved 3/4-length Air Zoom unit creates a propulsive feel underfoot, helping support quick acceleration, explosive takeoffs and fast attacking runs from the first step.

Which surfaces is the Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite designed for?

Firm Ground (dry, natural-grass pitches) and Artificial Grass (longer, artificial grass pitches).

How does the Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite fit, and how should players size this boot?

These boots are built with a snug, speed-focused contoured fit that closely follows the natural shape of the foot. Players who prefer a little more room may consider ordering a half size up.

What is the difference between the Mercurial Vapor and the Mercurial Superfly?

The main difference between these two Mercurial franchises is in the collar height. The Vapor features a low-top design, while the Superfly adds a Dynamic Fit collar around the ankle for a more sock-like, locked-in feel.

What is the difference between Elite and Pro Mercurial boots?

Mercurial Elite models feature Nike's highest-level performance materials and technologies, including premium touch materials, advanced traction systems and the most responsive underfoot feel. Pro models deliver many of the same design ideas at a more accessible price point.

How do these boots differ from the Mercurial Vapor 15 Elite?

The Vapor 16 Elite updates the underfoot feel with an improved 3/4-length Air Zoom unit, expands traction coverage with a wave-like outsole pattern for better acceleration and grip, and introduces the thinnest Mercurial upper to date for a faster break-in time.

How should these boots be cleaned and cared for?

Wipe dirt off after play, remove mud from the studs and let these boots air-dry naturally. Avoiding direct heat and cleaning regularly helps preserve fit, feel and long-term performance.