Been waiting for this ever since I didn't get picked to test the shoes in the adidas event. Recently got a pair of the 21s and really looking forward to the differences.
I just got the 22. I hated them at first, I was getting a ton of heel slip, and it felt more snug than I would like in the front. Once I took out the insole all those problems were fixed, and the boost felt way more comfortable.
Thanks for this, really couldn’t see any differences whatsoever from images of the 22 compared to 21 so this breakdown definitely shed some light on it 👍🏼
The 21s are definitely the leading ultraboost when it comes to active lifestyles! Not enough change here for me to drop the 250 yet but we'll wait and see as I have the triple white 21's so they'll get dirty in no time (even with crep cure+). Great review! From owning most ultraboost shoes I can confidently say the 21s give the most feedback from heel to toe. P.S. the 21's do have both the densest boost configuration of any boost shoe right now as well as the heaviest ultraboost (not 100% but it feels that way)
The 21's are the best sneakers i've ever worn. I don't wear anything else now. I'd love to try out the 22's later in the year but i'm good with 21's for now. I'll wait for later in the year when they add more color ways to the 22.
I've been waiting for this video !! I knew for sure you were Going to be the first one to make it too !! LOVE THE AMAZING CONTENT !! PLEASE do the UB 22 cold.rdy .. they are sick too ❤️❤️
I love the new intro!!!🔥🔥🔥 This is the review I’ve been looking for since I saw the first images of the 22 version of the UB. Thanks for the hard work Hes!🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
I'll stick to DNA versions, these and the 19s are significantly harder to put, narrower in the toebox, and more constricting on the ankle collar. The Primeknit on the OG versions are way more stretch with 0 break in
They also made the LEP plate softer on the UB 22 which gives it more comfort. Try flexing the front of the shoe with your hand compared to the UB 21. You'll see the UB 21 is more stiffer. Also now the UB 22 women's model is specifically made for women's feet instead of a unisex style they've been doing all along.
I don’t know that having a softer LEP plate necessarily makes it more comfortable. I prefer it stiffer, like how it is on the 20 & 21’s, vs the 1-4’s where the toe is flexible. Has less of a sinking, floppy feeling without sacrificing any comfort imo. Not to mention, I’ve never seen or heard one person mention the stiffer LEP on the 20 & 21 UB, other than running reviewers who liked it. When the 20 and 21’s came out, it was pretty much unanimous the midsole with more boost was more comfortable than all the previous models. I don’t know amigo, seems like a non-issue. I have lots of ultra cushion runners (Hoka, Nike epic react, Nike infinity react, new balance 1080, etc.) and none of them have a flexible toe.
@@speedwolf5212 Comfort is subjective. Some like it squishy (which people didn't like that the 21's went firmer). And some like a firmer supportive feel.
I've just been my first run with the 22... I've got the Made With Nature set I'm not sure if there are any minor differences? They are FANTASTIC. A major upgrade over the 21 IMO. I've had every Boost from the original Energy up. The 22 is by far the best. My favourite up to now was the 20, the 21 was uncomfortable, tight and clumsy so I nearly discarded the 22. The 22 has the comfort of the 20 at the front upper and toe area.. But FAR more secure. As a running shoe, it's a huge step up over the 20. No contest.
3:31 thats so when the foot curves the protruding plastic does not cause any resistance on the top of the foot. 3:48 the old plastic used to wear down the lace cause tears, the new metal is smoother to protect the lace.
Great advice! I've recently been hobbled with Achilles tendonitis and have traced it back to the the fact that, on my heel, the plastic molding of the 22's rub up against the spot where the Achilles attached to the bone, which caused swelling, which in turn caused a tighter fit and even more severe rubbing. Came here specifically to see if anyone else was dealing with a similar heel issue. Will definitively try your solution. Has it worked for you long term?
The tongue was a pain point for me, as it would fold down on the 21. Comfort wise cannot fault the shoe. Interested to see the comfort level on the 22.
I like that ADIDAS is making subtle changes! Don't change what isnt broke! Also the idea of keeping things classic helps in sustainability and generally makes me think-Quality instead of quantity ! In my opinion we should consider this in USA again! Seems the world keeps making so many new over the top versions of things -Lets get back 2 the good stuff! ...Great Job ADIDAS ...Great Review my friend!
100% correct bro the new UB22 cushioning is a bit softer on the rear foot but on the forefoot it's the same mid responsiveness.. And also the 22 is a bit liter because they kinda cut down a bit on the cage..it's a lil bit thinner A big shout out to you bro..good and intresting findings there
Snag the UB21 at 50% off last week. It's a no brainer for me. Nobody in their right mind would pay 100 bucks more for an almost identical shoe with minor "improvements".
I work at a scheels in the shoe dept. we recently got our UB22 shipment so I’ve also had a chance to try them on with my 21s. And while I do agree that the 22’s are Very slightly more squishy and comfortable, not enough to pay 180 for. If you’re in the market for UB, either wait a few months for these to go on sale, or get a 21 for 80 dollars.
I have the UB 19, 20 and bought the 21...i am a size 12 in UB but with 21 the toe area was too snug I tried to stretch it out by putting in t-shirts over night it helped me slightly but nowhere near the comfort of the 19 and 20. Even the cushioning felt less even though it has 20% more boost...I had to return the 21s hopefully they made the 22s more roomy in the toe box and they bring back the bouncy and cushiony feeling that the 20s had.
I’m not a big fan of the new Ultraboost models. I have the 21s AND THEY ARE TOTALLY SLIPPERY! NO GRIP AT ALL compared to the 2020s and the earlier versions. I use UB 2020s for comfort and fast-paced restaurant work and the 20s are able to hold and grip extremely well on oil and water. With the 21s, i slip easily and almost got into soo many accidents.
One of the bwst shoe ever i brought i.e. ub 22 pearl blue 💙 and i used 1 month and run daily 10k ..and literally it is a grt long run and as well as brust speed too.. very robust and perfect fit. I know it is expensive but one thing i want to tell you guys u will love this after u purchase.. iam using for sprints , long runs and dynamic workout
I’m not entirely sure… but I think that “natural performance” tag there has something to do with Continental’s sustainability efforts in terms of rubber supply and tire production (since that rubber outsole is based off actual road-going tires).
Thank you for this vid . You answered what we were all Wonder.. what's the actual difference !! Thank you !!! Have to agree with you on the tongue.. looks better aswell
Just can't get past the bulbous heel on the 21 or 22. Also the way the boost material actually touches the ground now, as if white boost is not hard enough to keep clean. To me the ultra boost 20 seems more stable the way it widens out towards the bottom.
Me too! They look disproportional, backside is too heavy, too much boost. I love my 19s and 20s. I prefer upper fabric of the 19 because it is more stretchy, i run in them. But the rest of 20s is nice. My fav for running was "pure boost dpr ltd" apart from stiff upper. I'd stock up if they brought them back with stretchy upper. I wear 20s for walking and i dont need any more boost than that. You're right about white boost (i only wear it in the summer) that's why most of my boosts are triple blacks.
My fav is the UB20, I hated the UB21 so I luckily got myself some stock up to keep me going until they come with a better design but I was very disappointed when the UB22 came out pretty much identical!
It may be pretty much identical looks wise, but damn the 22’s are more comfortable tahn 21’s. Also the 22 look grew on me, I didn’t like it first but i really like it rn
Didn’t pick up the 21 because I felt the front foot cushion was too thin and the heel has too much boost. U can see the major difference. The 22 looks better and had a cleaner design
Many thanks for reviewing. I was looking up to have a pair of 21 or 22. Was not able to have UB 19 or 20. I own a bunch of Ultraboost and 4D but not UB's yearly version releases. I guess would pick up a pair of 21 due to pricing hahaha. I can't wait for UB22 a few months for it to go 50 percent off. Advance Merry Christmas and keep the great content up!
I bought the 22s after loving the 21s. I hate the 22s. I have wide feet which is why I loved the 21 ultra boost. However for some reason the 22 just feels much more narrow in comparison, leaving me with some foot pain. I just bought the 1.0s and they are amazing!
Is the material under the ankles still so stiff? I got rid of mine UB21 because of this material basically cutting into my ankles. I've seen on your clip that it is padded differently (higher) - is it better than UB21? Generally Nike does best job in padding (especially Invincible Run and Vomero 16), and I was hoping to see similar padding here. Also I am hugely surprised that they didn't air-padded tongue like they did in Terrex Two Ultra. Cheers. And as always thanks for great content.
Great vid, thanks. I found the 21 collar to be way to tight to the point where it would be painful around my ankle. Anyone knows if the 22 is an improvement in that regard? From the comparison the collar section seems to have been tweaked.
I'm thinking about starting collecting sneakers i like ... I have HU NMD x BBC, Adidas 4D Futurecraft (Yellow Red), Ultraboost now but am thinking about shoes like Vans Old School, 21 or 22 Ultraboost, Air Max 270, HU NMD White ones or some white ultraboost
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The difference of these two is that one is 50% off and other one is not
That is the biggest difference
🤣 So True!
Where can I find a ub21 at 50% off?
And whats crazy its $10 more. For what???
Haha true but every year a new model comes out the previous is discounted heavy!
Been waiting for this ever since I didn't get picked to test the shoes in the adidas event. Recently got a pair of the 21s and really looking forward to the differences.
I won 😄. And swapped them for all black 21's
I just got the 22. I hated them at first, I was getting a ton of heel slip, and it felt more snug than I would like in the front. Once I took out the insole all those problems were fixed, and the boost felt way more comfortable.
Thanks for this, really couldn’t see any differences whatsoever from images of the 22 compared to 21 so this breakdown definitely shed some light on it 👍🏼
Just bought the Ultraboost 22 for 99 dollars at Dicks Sporting warehouse. Best purchase ever!
The 21s are definitely the leading ultraboost when it comes to active lifestyles! Not enough change here for me to drop the 250 yet but we'll wait and see as I have the triple white 21's so they'll get dirty in no time (even with crep cure+). Great review! From owning most ultraboost shoes I can confidently say the 21s give the most feedback from heel to toe.
P.S. the 21's do have both the densest boost configuration of any boost shoe right now as well as the heaviest ultraboost (not 100% but it feels that way)
My wife and I own and LOVE our Ultraboost 20's so we'll be switching up to the UB 22's as soon as more colorways are available.
I loved my 20's also. My 21's are not quite as comfy, but I'm slowly adapting to the feel (and look).
The new intro 🔥🔥🔥
The 21's are the best sneakers i've ever worn. I don't wear anything else now. I'd love to try out the 22's later in the year but i'm good with 21's for now. I'll wait for later in the year when they add more color ways to the 22.
Have you tried 22?
@@BenTefo No
I've been waiting for this video !! I knew for sure you were Going to be the first one to make it too !! LOVE THE AMAZING CONTENT !!
PLEASE do the UB 22 cold.rdy .. they are sick too ❤️❤️
I got s pair of em also! Will review soon!
Julian was first.
I love the new intro!!!🔥🔥🔥
This is the review I’ve been looking for since I saw the first images of the 22 version of the UB.
Thanks for the hard work Hes!🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
The inner liner is actually memory foam, making it more comfortable to wear and suit each wearers
FINALLY CHANGED THE INTRO !!!
Btw LOVE IT PRECIATE IT
I'll stick to DNA versions, these and the 19s are significantly harder to put, narrower in the toebox, and more constricting on the ankle collar. The Primeknit on the OG versions are way more stretch with 0 break in
93-17 boost are still the king. Ub 21 and 22 look like ankle rollers/too tight.
New on feet Intro. FIRE 🔥
They also made the LEP plate softer on the UB 22 which gives it more comfort. Try flexing the front of the shoe with your hand compared to the UB 21. You'll see the UB 21 is more stiffer. Also now the UB 22 women's model is specifically made for women's feet instead of a unisex style they've been doing all along.
I don’t know that having a softer LEP plate necessarily makes it more comfortable. I prefer it stiffer, like how it is on the 20 & 21’s, vs the 1-4’s where the toe is flexible. Has less of a sinking, floppy feeling without sacrificing any comfort imo.
Not to mention, I’ve never seen or heard one person mention the stiffer LEP on the 20 & 21 UB, other than running reviewers who liked it.
When the 20 and 21’s came out, it was pretty much unanimous the midsole with more boost was more comfortable than all the previous models.
I don’t know amigo, seems like a non-issue. I have lots of ultra cushion runners (Hoka, Nike epic react, Nike infinity react, new balance 1080, etc.) and none of them have a flexible toe.
@@speedwolf5212 Comfort is subjective. Some like it squishy (which people didn't like that the 21's went firmer). And some like a firmer supportive feel.
This is cause they changed the material, which makes it not only softer, but also lighter
"mOrE sTiFfEr"
I've just been my first run with the 22... I've got the Made With Nature set I'm not sure if there are any minor differences? They are FANTASTIC. A major upgrade over the 21 IMO. I've had every Boost from the original Energy up. The 22 is by far the best. My favourite up to now was the 20, the 21 was uncomfortable, tight and clumsy so I nearly discarded the 22. The 22 has the comfort of the 20 at the front upper and toe area.. But FAR more secure. As a running shoe, it's a huge step up over the 20. No contest.
You recommend them for daily use and not necessarily just running?
3:31 thats so when the foot curves the protruding plastic does not cause any resistance on the top of the foot.
3:48 the old plastic used to wear down the lace cause tears, the new metal is smoother to protect the lace.
I tried both out yesterday and I think the 21’s are more comfortable imo
Solid first look at the new UB22's pretty much thought the exact same... hadn't noticed the new footbed design tho! mega content 👊🏾
I think the ultraboost 22 will be awesome for anybody with a heel spur with the inner sole taken out. It will relieve pressure.
Great advice! I've recently been hobbled with Achilles tendonitis and have traced it back to the the fact that, on my heel, the plastic molding of the 22's rub up against the spot where the Achilles attached to the bone, which caused swelling, which in turn caused a tighter fit and even more severe rubbing. Came here specifically to see if anyone else was dealing with a similar heel issue. Will definitively try your solution. Has it worked for you long term?
The boost is def softer on the 22 and a more comfortable sneaker overall, vs the 21
Adidas ultra boost 19 are the best looking ultra boost on market 4 me. And most comfortable. I still don’t try 21 u boost, but soon.
The tongue was a pain point for me, as it would fold down on the 21. Comfort wise cannot fault the shoe. Interested to see the comfort level on the 22.
I like that ADIDAS is making subtle changes! Don't change what isnt broke! Also the idea of keeping things classic helps in sustainability and generally makes me think-Quality instead of quantity ! In my opinion we should consider this in USA again! Seems the world keeps making so many new over the top versions of things -Lets get back 2 the good stuff! ...Great Job ADIDAS ...Great Review my friend!
Even though im a kid and have not tried shoes with boost i love you channel.
Hi! You don't have to guess the hardness of the midsole or outsole. You can buy a durometer on Amazon for $30.
100% correct bro the new UB22 cushioning is a bit softer on the rear foot but on the forefoot it's the same mid responsiveness..
And also the 22 is a bit liter because they kinda cut down a bit on the cage..it's a lil bit thinner
A big shout out to you bro..good and intresting findings there
The new intro is so satisfying 🔥🔥🔥🔥
The cut outs make it feel softer because it gives the boost more room for expansion.
Before i watch the whole video, damn! That intro is lowkey dope!
Snag the UB21 at 50% off last week. It's a no brainer for me.
Nobody in their right mind would pay 100 bucks more for an almost identical shoe with minor "improvements".
Like the new intro its nice for all us 3 Stripes heads.
Love the new intro bro. This comparison is like comparing a retail vs a 98% UA lol
Doper intro. Diggin the 22 Ultraboosts
sorry I'm an old fashioned guy and still only prefer Ultraboost 3/4/5 style
Completely agree on the styling but when I tried the 19 and the 21, the superiority of the cushion was just too obvious.
I work at a scheels in the shoe dept. we recently got our UB22 shipment so I’ve also had a chance to try them on with my 21s. And while I do agree that the 22’s are Very slightly more squishy and comfortable, not enough to pay 180 for. If you’re in the market for UB, either wait a few months for these to go on sale, or get a 21 for 80 dollars.
Where they 80????? 👀
@@Bruv009 hahaha
@@Bruv009 They are $80 for the UB22 now
@@AiyaaaJenny where at? 👀
Killer! Absolutely killer review, brother 🤘, keep up the great work!
I have the UB 19, 20 and bought the 21...i am a size 12 in UB but with 21 the toe area was too snug I tried to stretch it out by putting in t-shirts over night it helped me slightly but nowhere near the comfort of the 19 and 20. Even the cushioning felt less even though it has 20% more boost...I had to return the 21s hopefully they made the 22s more roomy in the toe box and they bring back the bouncy and cushiony feeling that the 20s had.
Damn thats what sold me on the 21s i liked the toe box was more of a snug fit
@@ufffsergio5124 my feet are a bit wide because of that my small toe didn't have much room
I like a little extra toe room and that’s also my complaint about the 21s coming from 19s
What is the most durable from ub 19, 20, 21??
@@dennykristianto8123 depends on the actual use but my UB 19 and 20s have been holding well
If you have already worn the 21s and just took the 22s out of the box, the Boost elements on the 21s may have already compressed a bit.
Thanks bro. Hugs from Brazil.
I’m not a big fan of the new Ultraboost models. I have the 21s AND THEY ARE TOTALLY SLIPPERY! NO GRIP AT ALL compared to the 2020s and the earlier versions. I use UB 2020s for comfort and fast-paced restaurant work and the 20s are able to hold and grip extremely well on oil and water. With the 21s, i slip easily and almost got into soo many accidents.
One of the bwst shoe ever i brought i.e. ub 22 pearl blue 💙 and i used 1 month and run daily 10k ..and literally it is a grt long run and as well as brust speed too.. very robust and perfect fit. I know it is expensive but one thing i want to tell you guys u will love this after u purchase.. iam using for sprints , long runs and dynamic workout
This is why Hes is a real sneakerhead. He's not just buying all the hype sneakers. The triple black looks so good.
The intro is absolutely Bussin Bussin
Yooooo i love the new intro🔥🔥🔥
I was so into the review that it wasn't until the end I noticed Optimus Prime and Megatron haha. Thanks for the review.
I’m not entirely sure… but I think that “natural performance” tag there has something to do with Continental’s sustainability efforts in terms of rubber supply and tire production (since that rubber outsole is based off actual road-going tires).
Hype to see this 🙌
Thank you for this vid . You answered what we were all Wonder.. what's the actual difference !! Thank you !!! Have to agree with you on the tongue.. looks better aswell
Just can't get past the bulbous heel on the 21 or 22. Also the way the boost material actually touches the ground now, as if white boost is not hard enough to keep clean. To me the ultra boost 20 seems more stable the way it widens out towards the bottom.
Me too! They look disproportional, backside is too heavy, too much boost. I love my 19s and 20s. I prefer upper fabric of the 19 because it is more stretchy, i run in them. But the rest of 20s is nice. My fav for running was "pure boost dpr ltd" apart from stiff upper. I'd stock up if they brought them back with stretchy upper. I wear 20s for walking and i dont need any more boost than that. You're right about white boost (i only wear it in the summer) that's why most of my boosts are triple blacks.
Actually very cool intro! Amazing election of sneakers, too
Bless your video, I’m sold on getting a pair now 🤙🏽
Good video sir, BTW took your advise last year and got the 21's for my wife and I, and we survived the 3 day music festival at EDC LV 🙏💪
Great review as always
Love the new intro 😮💨
Love the new intro!
Love the new intro 🙌
Just the video I wanted to see thank you hes 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
love the intro ...more the shoes am building my channel as well in Spanish but one day i wll be as you guys
I like the 21's tongue for a tighter and more secure fit around the ankles.
Intro was sick!
My fav is the UB20, I hated the UB21 so I luckily got myself some stock up to keep me going until they come with a better design but I was very disappointed when the UB22 came out pretty much identical!
It may be pretty much identical looks wise, but damn the 22’s are more comfortable tahn 21’s. Also the 22 look grew on me, I didn’t like it first but i really like it rn
Glad you made this video, cause I was confused as to why it looked exactly the same as the 21s.
New intro is 🔥
Love my 21. Will switch it out when it gets completely worn out and i will get the 22 next time.
That'll be years dude it's gonna be UB26 by then
Didn’t pick up the 21 because I felt the front foot cushion was too thin and the heel has too much boost. U can see the major difference. The 22 looks better and had a cleaner design
I have 2 pairs of 21s I love them , first ultraboost that doesn’t give me foot fatigue at work
@@RowansReviews210 they were comfortable when I had a chance to try them on but felt like they rushed the designing process.
@@Unknown-fd8kx they are my favorite for work , don’t feel rushed at all , the best support around my toe area aswell
I just nabbed the ultraboost 22 for $86 with the memorial day sale. Nice.
It’s funny to think about Hes just sitting there for half an hour staring at 2 almost identical shoes trying to spot the difference
New intro is fireeeeeee
I agree on the tongue. Bring back the OG UB tongue, Adidas!
I just ordered my ultraboost 22 mens size 10 on the Adidas app couple days ago I just received it I got the blue one I love it so much comfy
Many thanks for reviewing. I was looking up to have a pair of 21 or 22. Was not able to have UB 19 or 20. I own a bunch of Ultraboost and 4D but not UB's yearly version releases. I guess would pick up a pair of 21 due to pricing hahaha. I can't wait for UB22 a few months for it to go 50 percent off. Advance Merry Christmas and keep the great content up!
What am I missing? I just bought a pair of UB 22s Blk/Blk/Blk on Amazon for $105.49.
New intro is cool 🙂
New intro goes hard
I actually liked that the boost on the 21 is not as soft as previous models. 😅
Love the new intro
Shoutout the Adidas intro dope dope
New intro is good, should add other brands tho
The new intro is good
I bought the 22s after loving the 21s. I hate the 22s. I have wide feet which is why I loved the 21 ultra boost. However for some reason the 22 just feels much more narrow in comparison, leaving me with some foot pain. I just bought the 1.0s and they are amazing!
Just realizing this same thing after buying 4 pairs of 22s on sale smh
Bought 21s 50% off adidas they fit nice for wide feet surprisingly
remove the insole and it feels better
I like the intro. Maybe show shoes faster so you can showcase more shoes at a time
Fire intro and I think taking the strobel out could help
This new intro is much better than theold one
Is the material under the ankles still so stiff? I got rid of mine UB21 because of this material basically cutting into my ankles. I've seen on your clip that it is padded differently (higher) - is it better than UB21? Generally Nike does best job in padding (especially Invincible Run and Vomero 16), and I was hoping to see similar padding here. Also I am hugely surprised that they didn't air-padded tongue like they did in Terrex Two Ultra.
Cheers. And as always thanks for great content.
Would love to see a video of you cutting out the stroble board
on the 22 the boost sole is softer and the fore-mid-aft sole transition is much smoother on the 22. (on the 21 i missed the mid-sole response)
Always love your channel HES
My first ultraboost was the 2021s and the heel/ankle support is so stiff and uncomfortable. It basically killed all expectations I had
Really? I have the 2021s, Ive ran 3 half marathons on them already. I love them!
@@ChiefLunar I guess it depends on every person's foot characteristics.. To many fit the best while others have issues 🤷♂️
Depends on your size as well
Hes that intro is 💯% sick!! Please go ahead and modify your pair. Really looking forward to it
I copped the magic grey pair and definitely more comfortable than the 21
Thank you so much. The 22s are softer.
though i hvt got a 22, i do believe the softer boost, as the whole concept of 22 is to make it more comfortable, rather than stiff n sporty
Its softer than the previous model.
I’m just glad they kept the “ultraBOOTY”🍑 design so comfy👌🏽
Germany here: Please....stop that excruciating pain and say Uddy-does... like "my (b)uddy does ..." and not A-dee-does 😉😂
Great vid, thanks. I found the 21 collar to be way to tight to the point where it would be painful around my ankle. Anyone knows if the 22 is an improvement in that regard? From the comparison the collar section seems to have been tweaked.
19.5’s are too tight as well.
You have that cushion softness tester. You can use that to compare the boosts.
I'm thinking about starting collecting sneakers i like ... I have HU NMD x BBC, Adidas 4D Futurecraft (Yellow Red), Ultraboost now but am thinking about shoes like Vans Old School, 21 or 22 Ultraboost, Air Max 270, HU NMD White ones or some white ultraboost
Which shoe should I buy?
I’m confused between Ultraboost or Hoka Clifton 8 or Mach 4