The quality on my pair, the "Barons," is on point. It's a comfortable, well-made low-top. Worth the "$225"? If you're a fan of the model or the "Jordan series", absolutely. If you're just looking for the comfiest shoe dollar-for-dollar, there are better options. It's a style-first purchase, and that's okay! Comparing it to other Jordan lows, like the AJ1 Low, the Air Jordan 11 Low offers a completely different vibe. It's more technical, more refined. You get that full-length Air unit and carbon fiber plate—features you usually find in higher-end performance models. If you want comfort and a sleeker look, the 11 Low wins, hands down. The biggest advantage of this Air Jordan 11 Low model? Versatility, hands down. You can dress it up a bit more casually than the bulky highs. However – and this is real talk – that patent leather can crease. It's just part of the deal with this silhouette. If you're super fussy about creasing, maybe think twice. Alright, so I just unboxed this 'Cement Grey' "Air Jordan 11 Low", and man, the in-hand quality is impressive. The patent leather mudguard has a nice shine✨, and the mix of grey suede + white mesh looks super clean in natural light. For $210 USD, the craftsmanship on this Jordan series release feels on point right out of the box. Let's get these on feet!