Quick Verdict
Nike batting gloves are solid, especially their higher-end models.
They are thin, comfortable, and ready to go right away – but the lower-end ones don’t hold up the same.
Materials
Their high-end gloves are made of sheepskin / genuine leather in the palm, and stretch fabric on the back (spandex / nylon blend).
Their lower-end gloves are made of synthetic leathers and blends. This gives these gloves more of a plastic feel, fine for little league but I wouldn’t suggest them for high level play.
Many of the gloves are made from the same materials used in Dri-Fit products.
Price
High-end models like Nike Alpha Elite Batting Gloves :
- $45-$60
Lower-end models like Nike Alpha Batting Gloves :
- $20-$30
Clearcut Breakdown
Graded using the Clearcut Scale
High-end :
Feel – Top Tier – Fit snug, very comfortable, thin
Grip – Mid – Sticky feel, pair well with Lizard Skins
Durability – Mid – For thin gloves, they have hold up
Low-end :
Feel – Pass – Plasticky, cheap, and tacky material
Grip – Mid – Plastic sticks lol, but not comfortably
Durability – Mid – Will hold up for little league, not higher levels
Best For
High-end:
- Players who like thin gloves
- Players who like comfort and flexibility for a full range on motion
- Players wanting game ready gloves
Low-end:
- Youth baseball players
Not For
High-end:
- Players liking thicker grips
- Players desiring extra wrist support
Low-end:
- High level players
- Players wanting quality materials
Downside
The higher end gloves are expensive, and last long – but not longer than Bruce Bolt.
The lower end gloves don’t feel great.
Final Verdict
Nike higher-end gloves are solid – thin, comfortable, and easy to wear right away
The high-end gloves are a Buy.
The low-end gloves are a Pass.
If you go with Nike, go with the high end gloves