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Adidas Adi-Star Pro
Updated: April 2026
Editor Score 7.50/10
Open Face w/ Cheeks Sparring Intermediate
$99.77
Prices vary by retailer and size.
Material Genuine cowhide leather
Closure Lace-Up + Velcro
Origin USA · Made in Pakistan
Protection
Ear: ✓
Nose: ✗
Approved For CE
Color
Performance Metrics
Cheek Protection
8/10
Chin Protection
8/10
Top Protection
8/10
Visibility
7/10
Fit & Adjustability
8/10
Durability
8/10
Value
9/10
Scores are based on structured evaluation across 7 protection and usability metrics. Learn more
Bottom Line
Exceptional value - genuine cowhide leather, CE approved, 360° coverage, and a dual closure system for under $100.
Strong price-to-performance for its tier.
Where to Buy
Intended Use
Who This Is For
The Adidas Adi-Star Pro sits in a rare sweet spot: genuine cowhide leather and a dual lace-up plus velcro closure system, available for under $100. It is CE certified, designed in the USA, and built to Adidas's Adi-Star Pro performance line specifications - the same line as their competition gloves. The multi-layer EVA foam provides 360° anatomical coverage including cheeks, chin, temples, and ears, with extra padding at the rear of the head that many budget options skip entirely. The Amara inner lining wicks sweat during sparring. At this price, the main compromise is visibility: the anatomical cheek protectors limit peripheral sightlines somewhat compared to a Cleto Reyes Cheek Protector or Winning open-face design. Available in S, M, L, and XL - giving it better size coverage than many rivals.
Who It's Not For
- Fighters prioritising maximum visibility
- Competition (no boxing body approval)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Genuine cowhide leather at ~$100 - exceptional value for a leather headgear
- CE approved and Designed in the USA
- Dual closure system: lace-up rear for precision fit + velcro straps for quick adjustment
- Extra foam padding at the back of the head - often neglected by budget options
- 360° anatomical coverage of temples, cheeks, chin, and ears
- Amara PU sweat-wicking inner lining keeps comfort up through the session
- 7 colour combos including metallic options - more style than you'd expect at this price
Cons
- Cheek protectors limit peripheral vision compared to fully open designs
- Limited user reviews (only 5 on the Adidas site - small sample)
- 4 size runs (S–XL) which helps, but lace-up takes time vs velcro-only
- Manufactured in Pakistan - not the handmade heritage of Winning or Reyes
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