Verdict from 100+ user reviews
5 reasons to buy
- The majority of buyers were delighted by the fact that Puma King Pro Soft Ground is relatively more affordable than the original Puma King soccer cleats.
- This soccer cleat provides a great fit for players with wide foot, as stated in some reviews.
- Many players mentioned that the Puma King Pro SG felt comfortable right out of the box.
- Several users were impressed by the durability of this soccer cleat, with some having had theirs for a few months to a couple of years.
- One person said that the cleat fits like a glove.
2 reasons not to buy
- A couple of players noticed that the Puma King Pro Soft Ground is a half size smaller than their usual size.
- One individual complained of having blisters on his feet caused by the studs pushing through the soleplate.
Bottom line
Given the longevity of the Puma King soccer cleats on the market, the release of the Puma King Pro Soft Ground proved to be a good move from the German brand. It did not leave the majority of users disappointed when it comes to comfort, fit, and durability. By retaining its classic look, this soccer cleat is the perfect combination of vintage elegance and modern innovation.
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Good to know
- The features of the Puma King Pro Soft Ground is similar to what you can find in the Puma King Top di Firm Ground. The only visible differences are the number of studs found on each cleat and the surfaces for which they should be played on.
- The upper of the Puma King Pro Soft Ground uses an authentic kangaroo leather material. It fits like a glove and offers excellent ball touch as well. K-leather is known for its long lasting quality proven in classic soccer cleats such as the Adidas Mundial Goal and the Nike Premier II Firm Ground.
- This soccer cleat has a Griptex lining on the rear to keep the ankle steady.
- Its Pebax outsole features the Duoflex technology. It allows maximum flexibility and support, as well as added traction on soft grounds (SG).
Because of its leather upper, the Puma King Pro Soft Ground fits most players with wide feet. It is available in men’s version only. Sizes range from 6 to 13.
The outsole of the Puma King Pro Soft Ground is made of Pebax. It is a soft and lightweight material which is essential for a speed cleat.
The soleplate comes with the Duoflex technology. It allows the forefoot and toe box areas to bend as you please making the Puma King Pro Soft Ground one of the most flexible soccer shoes on the market.
To prevent sole separation, Puma has placed rivets under the soleplate for added strength.
This soccer cleat has six high-quality studs that transfer the player’s energy directly to the pitch. The tipped conical studs are there to provide optimum foot-to-ground comfort and flexibility. They also offer excellent traction on soft, muddy fields.
The premium kangaroo leather upper of the Puma King Pro Soft Ground is soft and lightweight. Thus, it enhances the player’s touch on the ball.
The heel area of the shoe comes with a Griptex liner. The purpose of this technology is to keep the ankle in place even when making sharp movements. The ankle lining also prevents blisters from forming.
The traditional lace-up closure of this classic soccer cleat allows optimum fit for a wide variety of foot width.
The classic design of the Puma King Pro Soft Ground is composed of a black Puma logo on the fold-over tongue, a black cat logo on the heel, a gold King logo on the lateral side, and a white Puma formstip on both sides.
- The Puma King Pro Soft Ground is also available in kids’ version. Sizes range from 2 to 7.5.
- Football fans can personalize their Puma King Pro Soft Ground with their names and flags for a minimal fee.