Nike and Hyperice’s new shoe promises mobile recovery, with heat and compression built into a wearable boot. I tested it to see whether it’s genuinely useful or overkill
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The Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot is not a shoe in the traditional sense. It’s a wearable recovery device built into a high-top boot that delivers Normatec-style dynamic air compression around the foot and ankle, paired with adjustable heat. Both features can be controlled directly on the boot or through the Hyperice app, depending on whether you’re using it before or after training.
Rather than introducing a new modality, the Hyperboot (available at Nike and Hyperice) repackages two familiar ones into a more mobile form. The value comes down to whether that mobility meaningfully improves how recovery fits into real training routines. We put the device to the test to see.
Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot Review: First Impressions
Putting the Hyperboot on feels more like strapping into equipment than footwear. The boot is structured and substantial, and once it powers on, the compression is immediate and very recognizable if you’ve ever used Normatec boots. The heat builds gradually and feels targeted, especially around the ankle, rather than overwhelming. It’s performance-tech first, but also allows for mobility. I used it at the gym, but also just walking around my apartment. I love recovery tech that can blend into my busy life seamlessly, and the boots definitely fit the bill.
Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot
$799
Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot Review: What Is It For?
The Nike Hyperboot uses Hyperice’s Normatec technology to provide heat and compression therapy, which helps athletes’ feet warm up or recover before, during and after workouts. According to Nike, they are “designed for standing, walking, sitting or traveling, the battery-powered shoes work while your feet relax.”
NFL star Jayden Daniels and Olympic track & field medalist Sha’Carri Richardson are among the pro athletes who use the Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot, with the latter noting, “I felt the difference right away — especially the impact on my training. While wearing the Hyperboot, I am able to start warming up and recovering while still being mobile. This is a huge benefit while traveling and being on the go. As a sprinter, every millisecond matters, so having my feet and ankles already activated truly helps me prepare to perform at my best.”
Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot Review: How I Used it
I tested the Hyperboot both before and after workouts, primarily around runs. Pre-workout is where it stood out most. Wearing it during light movement and mobility made my feet and ankles feel warmer and more responsive faster than usual, shortening the time it normally takes me to feel ready to run. Foot strain is common for runners, and many ignore proper warmups for such mobility.
Post-workout, the compression felt more calming, and the heat helped ease that tight, slightly inflamed feeling that often lingers in the feet after impact-heavy sessions. It didn’t replace full compression boots, but it made it easier to do some form of recovery instead of skipping it entirely. And unlike full compression boots, you can walk around and do other stretches or recovery while wearing the Hyperboot.
You can stand and walk lightly in the Hyperboot, which is a key part of its appeal. That said, movement is limited to pacing, prepping and light mobility. You would not wear the boots for errands or extended walking, as they are clearly designed for indoor or controlled environments.
Battery life was enough for a full session or two shorter ones, which reinforces that this is a targeted recovery tool rather than something you leave on in the background.
Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot Review: The Verdict
The Hyperboot makes the most sense for runners, court-sport athletes and anyone who puts consistent load through their feet and ankles. It’s especially compelling if you already value recovery but struggle to fit it in because traditional tools require you to stop everything and sit down. At its price point, it’s an investment piece rather than a casual wellness add-on.
After spending time with it, the Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot feels less like a gimmick and more like a category experiment that mostly works. It doesn’t replace every recovery tool, but it fills a gap between warm-up and recovery that most products ignore. More than anything, it hints at a future where recovery happens alongside movement, not just after it.
