Nike2026 Review
Nike Zoom Hyperset 2
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The Nike Zoom Hyperset, evolved. React + Air Zoom for high-level handball.
Fit
Who is it for?
- Position
- WingBackGoalkeeper
- Player weight
- < 75 kg · 75 – 90 kg
- Level
- Intermediate, Advanced
We recommend it if…
- Intermediate-advanced goalkeepers who prioritise cushioning
- Advanced wings who prefer the Nike brand
- Players who value Flyknit for its anatomical fit
- Those looking for the best Nike cushioning for handball
Pick another if…
- Contact pivots who need specific lateral stability
- Beginner level (price not justified)
- Players who are hard on their shoes in heavy physical contact (delicate Flyknit)
- Those who prioritise extreme lightness (<275 grams)
Our test
The good and the bad
Pros
- React + Air Zoom: the best cushioning in the Nike range
- Flyknit: anatomical fit and very breathable
- Extremely durable XDR outsole
- Very popular among high-level goalkeepers
Cons
- Mid-to-high-end price
- Flyknit upper: less resistant to abuse
Before you order
Sizes and fit
- Fit
- Regular
- Weight
- 275 g
- Drop
- 9 mm
Where to buy
Price at each shop
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€93.93
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Buy at Handball-Store · €140.00 (opens in a new tab)How we score it
Score by category
- Grip
- 8.6
- Cushioning
- 8.8
- Stability
- 8.3
- Durability
- 8.7
- Value for money
- 8.9
Gorka Cabañas' opinion
Journalist. Former handball player and coach. Co-founder of Liftados
Nike has a genuinely interesting proposition with the Zoom Hyperset 2: the React + forefoot Air Zoom combination is the most technologically advanced midsole in its indoor range and gives a response that conventional foam systems can't replicate. I've compared Nike's React with other premium foams, and its combination of softness and energy return is objectively better than conventional EVA and comparable to other brands' high-end technologies.
For wings and goalkeepers looking for the ultimate in responsive cushioning without giving up the Nike look, the Zoom Hyperset 2 is the best option in the brand's catalogue. 275 grams is about right for the positions it's aimed at, and the XDR indoor outsole offers competent grip in standard court conditions.
The same caveat I apply to other Nike models: XDR's grip in extreme court conditions doesn't reach the level of handball-specific compounds such as GUM8 or AHAR+. On well-maintained parquet or vinyl courts, it's perfectly competitive. For players who train in sports halls with courts in poor condition, there are options with better traction. Within its niche, it's Nike's most solid proposition for the sport.
Published on 5 December 2025 · Liftados.com
On-court review
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Grip and traction
The XDR outsole on the Nike Zoom Hyperset 2 is the same one used on the Air Zoom Hyperace 3 SE: a highly durable compound that keeps its grip properties for longer than conventional rubbers. With 8.6 for grip, the result is solid and comparable to the Hyperace 3 SE (8.5), with a difference that isn't noticeable in normal playing conditions. XDR has an outsole pattern specific to indoor sports that favours forefoot plants, which is especially relevant for wings who constantly work off the balls of their feet and for goalkeepers who launch themselves from their toes. On mid-to-high-level parquet courts, the grip is very reliable all season long.
Cushioning and energy return
The React + forefoot Air Zoom combination in the Nike Zoom Hyperset 2 is the most advanced cushioning platform in Nike's indoor range. React is Nike's high-rebound foam, offering more energy return than Lightstrike or conventional EVA, while the Air Zoom unit in the forefoot adds an extra responsive element that's especially effective on take-off. With 8.8 for cushioning, it's the highest score in Nike's handball range, ahead of the Hyperace 3 SE (8.7) and the Hyperspeed Court SE (8.5). For goalkeepers who rack up hundreds of take-offs and landings per match, this combination means less accumulated fatigue in the closing minutes.
Stability and support
With 8.3 for stability, the Nike Zoom Hyperset 2 slightly outperforms the Hyperace 3 SE (8.2) thanks to its Flyknit upper, which offers a more precise fit than conventional mesh. The Flyknit fabric moulds to the foot with greater accuracy and the strategically placed TPU reinforcements provide lateral containment without unnecessary stiffness. The heel is particularly well held, a critical aspect for goalkeepers who move in every direction. Flyknit's limitation is that it's more vulnerable to abuse and heavy physical contact, which makes it less suitable for pivots.
Who this shoe is for
The Nike Zoom Hyperset 2 is Nike's most technical handball shoe, designed for intermediate-advanced wings and goalkeepers who want the brand's best technology. With React + Air Zoom (8.8 cushioning), durable XDR and an anatomical Flyknit upper, it's a clear step up from the Hyperace 3 SE. The price is competitive against models with similar performance. Compared with the Asics Powerbreak FF, it offers similar performance with the advantage of Nike's brand recognition and wide availability. For high-level goalkeepers who prioritise cushioning and an anatomical fit, it's the best option in the Nike catalogue.
Liftados verdict · 8.5/10
The Nike Zoom Hyperset 2 is Nike's most technical handball model and the best option for advanced goalkeepers and wings who prefer the brand. React + Air Zoom for the best cushioning in the range, XDR for durability and Flyknit for an anatomical fit make up Nike's most complete package in this sport. If you're loyal to Nike and play at an advanced level, this is your shoe.
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