This Nike Free Metcon 6 review covers a flexible, breathable cross-trainer. RunRepeat lists the price at $120, and deals have been much lower. It weighs about 274 g, has a sock-like upper and plenty of cushion for HIIT. It's stable for moderate lifting but has no rope protection and a narrow opening. We couldn't confirm Nike's current page, so check price first. Best for: hIIT and class-goers who want a light, flexible and breathable shoe.
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Nike · Training & lifting shoes
Nike Free Metcon 6 Review (2026): Worth $120?
3.8/5
our rating
our rating
$120Full price on Nike’s site, checked Oct 7, 2026
Best for: HIIT and class-goers who want a light, flexible and breathable shoe.
Skip it if: You climb ropes or lift heavy.
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What we like
- Very breathable, sock-like upper
- Lighter than average (274 g)
- Plenty of cushion for HIIT
- Very flexible for a cross-trainer
- Stable for moderate lifting
Watch out for
- No rope-climb protection
- Narrow opening makes it hard to put on
- Not for heavy lifting
On this page
Fit and sizing
RunRepeat's 515 owner votes call the Free Metcon 6 true to size, with an accommodating toebox for medium feet. The sock-like opening is narrow and can be hard to put on. Use our training shoe finder to compare options.
Cushioning and ride
RunRepeat measured a 7.2 mm drop, a 22 mm heel and 14.8 mm forefoot stack, with a softer main foam and firmer heel foam. Flexibility is high for a cross-trainer.
How it performs for HIIT and circuits
Reviewers say it's highly breathable, cushioned for HIIT, stable for moderate weightlifting and grippy on gym floors. RunRepeat advises against rope climbs. See our HIIT shoes list.
Price and value
At $120 list it's cheaper than the Metcon 10, and discount deals have been common.
Alternatives
The Nike Metcon 10 is sturdier. The Reebok Nano X5 is a more durable all-rounder. See the Nike brand page.
Who should skip it
Skip the Free Metcon 6 if you do rope climbs or heavy lifting.
Specs
| For | Men & women |
|---|---|
| Sizes | Men's and women's US sizes (full range not captured) |
| Weight | 274 g (9.7 oz) |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 7.2 mm |
| Heel stack | 22 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 14.8 mm |
| Cushioning | Balanced |
| Support | Neutral |
| Widths | Regular |
| Plate | None |
| Midsole foam | Softer main foam with firmer heel foam (names not published in sources read) |
| Surface | Gym |
| Best use | Hiit |
| Heel | Flat |
| Rope guard | No |
| Good for | HIIT, Gym training, Lifting, Everyday wear |
The verdict
A light, breathable HIIT shoe with a flexible feel. Confirm current price and availability, then it's a good value. Skip it if you climb ropes or lift heavy. Ratings here are editorial estimates, not our own testing.
Alternatives to consider
Frequently asked questions
Can I do rope climbs in the Free Metcon 6?
RunRepeat advises against it because it lacks rope protection. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves. Check the brand page or a retailer for the latest colors, sizes and price before you order. Models are updated often, so make sure you are looking at the current version.
Is the Free Metcon 6 good for lifting?
Moderate lifting, yes; heavy lifting, choose a stiffer shoe. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves. Check the brand page or a retailer for the latest colors, sizes and price before you order. Models are updated often, so make sure you are looking at the current version.
Does it run true to size?
RunRepeat's 515 owner votes say yes. Fit is personal, so try it on with your usual socks if you can, and buy from a retailer with an easy return policy. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves.
Free Metcon 6 or Metcon 10?
The Free is lighter and more flexible; the Metcon is more stable and durable. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves. Check the brand page or a retailer for the latest colors, sizes and price before you order.
Sources and last checked · Oct 7, 2026
Notes: Nike's product page for this shoe could not be retrieved (404), so price $120 is RunRepeat's MSRP and sale deals around $73 appeared on Slickdeals; official_url is the RunRepeat page because we couldn't confirm a nike.com URL. UNVERIFIED: confirm current price, availability and widths on nike.com. Weight 9.7 oz / 274 g, 7.2 mm drop, 22/14.8 mm stack are RunRepeat LAB values (men's US 9). Sizing true to size (515 votes). Ratings estimated; we have not tested this shoe.
Specs and prices come from the sources above and change often; ratings are our editorial estimates, not lab tests. Spot something out of date? Tell us.