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Nike SNKRS

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Value score / 100 Worth paying? No Skip it

Nike SNKRS is a free app for sneaker enthusiasts, but its value is severely hampered by pervasive bot issues and glitches that make securing desired shoes extremely difficult, leading to widespread user frustration despite some users occasionally succeeding.

Free to download seen up to $500 4.9★ lifetime (1,404,111) since 2015

Nike SNKRS is a free app for buying exclusive sneakers, but users frequently struggle to purchase items due to bots and app glitches, making it a frustrating experience for many, even though some manage to get desired shoes. The app's core function of providing access to new releases is undermined by these technical and fairness issues, despite a high lifetime rating.

Free vs paid

The Nike SNKRS app is free to download and use, with all purchases being for physical sneakers at their retail price R1R23. There are no in-app purchases for premium features or subscriptions mentioned in the reviews. Users access new releases and participate in draws for limited edition shoes without a paywall for app functionality R5. The frustration stems from the inability to successfully purchase shoes even when attempting to do so at drop time, rather than from being forced to pay for app access R12R15R32.

Value complaints

  • Users are forced to pay higher resale prices on other platforms because they cannot secure shoes through the app due to bots and glitches.R21R67R91R111
  • The pricing of shoes is perceived as too high by some users.R437
  • The app's payment processing frequently freezes or fails during limited drops, preventing purchases.R61R100R212R213

Where it delivers

  • The app provides access to new and exclusive sneaker releases.R1R35R42R84
  • Some users successfully purchase desired shoes and find the app easy to use.R5R19R31R83
  • The app's interface is user-friendly, and it offers engaging content and stories.R25R27
  • Some users feel the app is fair and has improved in filtering out bots, giving real buyers a chance.R28R40R41R55
Worth paying if

The app is worth using if you are a dedicated sneaker enthusiast who enjoys the thrill of trying to secure limited releases, despite the high probability of failure, and if you are in a major city where SNKRS Pass might offer better opportunities . It can also be worth it if you are a long-time customer who occasionally gets rewarded with successful purchases R18R47R55.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip this app if you expect to easily purchase popular or limited edition sneakers, as bots and glitches make this very difficult R12R15R20R32. It is also not recommended if you are easily frustrated by technical issues, unfair systems, or the constant disappointment of missing out on drops R6R9R11R30. Users in less popular cities or towns may also find it less rewarding due to limited availability .

Evidence note: The lifetime rating of 4.85715 from over 1.4 million ratings is significantly higher than the sentiment expressed in the recent reviews provided, which are largely negative due to bot issues and glitches. The provided reviews are skewed negative, making it challenging to fully reconcile with the high overall rating without more positive recent reviews.

Frequently asked

Is Nike SNKRS a free app?
Yes, the Nike SNKRS app is free to download and use, with all purchases being for physical sneakers at their retail price R1R23.
Can I easily buy popular sneakers on Nike SNKRS?
No, it is generally very difficult to buy popular sneakers on Nike SNKRS due to widespread issues with bots, app glitches, and quick sell-outs, leading to frequent disappointment for many users R12R15R20R32.
Does Nike SNKRS have issues with bots?
Yes, many users report significant issues with bots dominating drops, making it nearly impossible for legitimate buyers to secure highly sought-after shoes, despite Nike's stated efforts to filter them out R12R15R21R50.
Are there technical problems with the Nike SNKRS app?
Yes, users frequently experience technical problems such as glitches, freezing during payment processing, and buttons not working on drop times, which prevent successful purchases R6R9R11R30.
Does Nike SNKRS reward loyal customers?
Some long-time customers feel they are occasionally rewarded with successful purchases, but others, including those with 20+ years with the company, report no exclusive access or credit, feeling that bots still have an advantage R18R22R47R55.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R21] 2/5 · US SNKRS collab drop: The bots are real. All collabs get the collabs. Once the shoes drop. You can find them on eBay any size needed. I’ve never been able to get a collab. I’ve been using this app for years now
  2. [R67] 1/5 · US Another Drop Dominated by Resellers: I’ve tried multiple times to buy shoes at release, and every time it’s nearly impossible. Most recently, I tried to get the new Travis Scott drop on Monday and couldn’t even get through. Yet within hours, pairs were list in GOAT for $600+. It’s hard to believe the bot detection and prevention systems are actually working when resellers seem to get the majori
  3. [R91] 1/5 · US Toooo many bots!: The allowance of bots are ridiculous. Doesn’t matter what you do. You lose. And you get no drops. You get no shock drops. You get nothing. No incentive to be a member. 9/10 times you gotta pay resale and I ain’t doin it! Killing the culture!
  4. [R111] 1/5 · US Bot’s Rule: At what point is Nike going to look out for the people that want to buy sneakers to wear versus resale immediately? It is so discouraging to try and try to get a pair of J’s or the Minds, and get the message that you didn’t get em’ or have the app freeze while trying to get em’… and immediately see the air being sold for twice the price. When I was younger, my family couldn’t afford
  5. [R437] 3/5 · GB No Service: Can’t buy anything as “No Service” is greying out all the price buttons. Pricing is getting too high. I upped the rating from 1 to 3 as now I can actually purchase something when it drops. Not sure if it’s because there are more units to go for or bots are gone but finally this is on the up!
  6. [R61] 3/5 · US App still needs improvements freezes up while trying to process payments on limited drops: .
  7. [R100] 3/5 · US Wouldn’t allow Apple Pay: During the Travis Scott shy pinks I was in line to get a pair but didn’t know you couldn’t use Apple Pay and had to use a actually credit card so didn’t have no info in to be able to purchase a pair
  8. [R212] 3/5 · US Sneakers app: Like the app but when trying to purchase the shoes I almost missed out because it would not let me just select Apple Pay and order right away had to put in my debit card info
  9. [R213] 3/5 · US Doesn’t accept PAYMENT: I’ve change debt cards credit cards used Apple Pay and nothing seems to work . Please help!
  10. [R1] 5/5 · US Awesome: Nice app to get sneakers
  11. [R35] 5/5 · US Dope🔥: Amazing app, quick shoe access for new drops Love it
  12. [R42] 5/5 · US Best Sneakers 👟 App Ever 💯: 💯 Great Results 💯
  13. [R84] 3/5 · US Needs to make sense: I love the idea of the app & having availability to all of the new releases. I just think the app needs to make sense. Like when you go for a shoe & don’t hit but then it’s available for regular purchase after the time closes. Also all of the high anticipated, releases seem to be sold out within 20 seconds or app glitches so you can’t get in.
  14. [R5] 5/5 · US Got them: This is the first time I got thru . First pair !!! I’m feeling lucky!!
  15. [R19] 5/5 · US I got the shoes I wanted first try: I’m so excited right now
  16. [R31] 5/5 · US Easy: Very easy buying here I recommend it
  17. [R83] 5/5 · US AJ4: Overall great experience, aj4 toro was a smooth purchase. No complaints
  18. [R25] 5/5 · US Love the app overall: Could be better sometimes but I love the setup and design overall!
  19. [R27] 5/5 · US Got Em: SNKRS is always dropping great content. The app and interface is user friendly. I enjoy the stories and content.
  20. [R28] 5/5 · US Love the SNKRS App: Love the SNKRS App. The app is fair and easy to navigate. I especially love how it filters out the bots, in order to allow the Real Humans, to make purchases. Thank you SNKRS!
  21. [R40] 5/5 · US Great app: Extremely fair
  22. [R41] 5/5 · US Submit: I love the way there fare
  23. [R55] 5/5 · US Long Time: Using the app for a long time now. Use to get discouraged cause of all the bots but it seems as if Nike is turning it around and allowing old heads for a shot at cool new fly shoes.
  24. [R23] 5/5 · US As: I love this app
  25. [R12] 1/5 · US Impossible to buy anything.: Do they only make one shoe per drop? The few times Nike makes something cool to buy, they make it impossible to buy. I wait for the drop, buy within seconds, and still lose out to bots. What a lame app.
  26. [R15] 1/5 · US Good luck: You’ll never get a pair of shoes on a drop. I’ve tried over five times and sit on my open app while watching a world clock. I get that there’s a lot of people buying but never….not once? Cmon. All these bots scooping it up to triple the price on stockX or eBay. Figure out a better way Nike
  27. [R20] 1/5 · US Bots still get through and app freezes: Nike app is trash
  28. [R32] 1/5 · US Never get the shoes: I’ve attempted to purchase shoes at the local time available on the app and have never been successful, especially anything from Travis Scott or Kobe…. It’s very disappointing and discouraging…. Nike needs to fix this issue ASAP with the bots.
  29. [R50] 1/5 · US Love this app but something needs to be done about the bots: I’ve been using the SNKRS app for over 6 years and it’s becoming increasingly frustrating to participate in Exclusive Access and limited drops. No matter how prepared I am, logging in 5, 10 minutes early, having payment information ready, and entering the moment a release opens, I never seem to have a fair chance at purchasing highly sought
  30. [R6] 2/5 · US Difficult: Go on asap and still can’t get my size
  31. [R9] 1/5 · US Bad: Won’t even let me sign into the actual app when I put my phone number it’s just a service error every time I’ve tried to sign up
  32. [R11] 1/5 · US Fake and unprofessional app: This app is really untrustworthy, I was online at the moment of a pair of shoes release and it didn’t take my reservation for no reason. I had my payment method ready, my address ready, it didn’t give me the reservation just becuase everything is set up
  33. [R30] 3/5 · US Glitches: Too many glitches. I hit on 2 different pairs sneakers the other day and neither went through because of glitches in the system. You guys didn’t even give me another opportunity to purchase.
  34. [R18] 5/5 · US Rewarded: Long time customer,fairly rewarded, our family has always been Checks over stripes!!!
  35. [R22] 3/5 · US Difficult Sneakers App: With the glitchy hyped sneaker drops, BOTs that are still thriving, and no exclusive access for accounts that have been with the company 20+ years, I’ve expected more! Need to improve releases, have some kind of release quotas per account so all can experience “Got ‘em” notifications!
  36. [R47] 5/5 · US SNKRS APP REVIEW: I think the SNKRS App has gotten better at letting myself get sneakers that I really want and I appreciate it since I have been wearing Nike’s since my parents bought me my first Air Jordan 4 Black Cement (1989). In all honesty, Thank You for letting me rock with your sneakers since I BUY THEM FOR ME, no resell here. You can see my order history, it has everything I want to buy a

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store