Hey there sneakerhead!
As someone who‘s been obsessed with shoes and reselling for over 5 years, I know how frustrating it can be taking L after L on hyped Nike drops. Trust me, I‘ve been there!
But over the years, I‘ve learned how to cop consistently on SNKRS using the right bots, proxies, and techniques. And today, I want to share everything I know to help you start cooking those coveted Off-White Dunks and Travis Scott AJ1s.
This is the ultimate guide to dominating SNKRS in 2023.
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Why SNKRS is So Challenging
Before we dive in, let‘s talk about why SNKRS is such a challenging target for cops:
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Strict bot protection – Nike heavily monitors traffic and deploys advanced bot mitigation tactics. Getting through isn‘t easy.
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Limited stock – With everyone and their mother running bots, inventory sells out instantly. You have milliseconds to checkout.
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Account requirements – Nike combats botting by requiring accounts to be fully verified and linked to real user data. Makes mass account creation difficult.
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Raffle system – Drops work like raffles, with random winners selected. More entries increases your chances but isn‘t a guarantee.
So SNKRS is really the final boss of the sneaker bot world. But it IS possible to cook with the right approach. Which brings us to…
The Best SNKRS Bots in 2023
While many bots have fallen off, I‘ve identified 3 that can still cook consistently based on my own testing and cop tracking in cook groups:
1. Project Enigma (Success rate: 8/10)
Project Enigma is by far the most low-key yet effective Nike bot out right now. Even among seasoned vets, this bot flies under the radar.
Yet it continues demolishing drops, especially high value targets like Off-White, Travis Scott, and rare retro Jordans. During 2022, I estimate it cooked around 65% of all SNKRS drops based on my cook group‘s results.
Here‘s why Project Enigma is so deadly:
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Lightning fast checkout – Project Enigma blazes through waiting rooms and beat Nike‘s bot protection. The browser-based architecture keeps it agile.
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Effortless setup – You don‘t have to fuss with complex configurations like other bots. The intuitive interface makes it easy to create tasks and go.
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Low resource usage – It‘s not bloated and slow like some bots. Enigma uses fewer device resources for snappy performance.
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Active development – The dev team constantly monitors Nike‘s defenses and rolls out updates to stay undetected. Huge advantage.
The biggest downside is that copies are near impossible to find. New keys are only given out to inner circles or via social media giveaways. Retail price is around $300 when available.
However, you can rent it for about $8-15 per day on sites like Whop or BotMart. I highly recommend renting it 1 week before a major drop like the Travis Scott Frags to get used to the interface. It‘s costly but worth it for the top-tier cops.
2. uSNKRS Bot (Success rate: 7.5/10)
In 2022, uSNKRS cooked over 200,000 pairs of shoes – a testament to its performance. It‘s also regarded as one of the easiest Nike bots to use, even for beginners.
uSNKRS has all the features you need to demolish drops:
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Beautiful interface – Clean, elegant, and easy to navigate. Setting up tasks is super intuitive.
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Release calendar – See upcoming drops, retail prices, and more. Helps you stay organized and prepared.
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Smooth performance – RapidSNKRS mode plows through waiting rooms, while SmartSNKRS conserves data.
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Cross-platform – Works flawlessly on both Windows and Mac devices. A rarity among top bots.
Based on my testing, uSNKRS has a slightly lower success rate than Project Enigma. But its ease of use makes it great for new users of Nike bots. Retails for around $199 semi-annually.
3. The Shit Bot (TSB) (Success rate: 6/10)
After disappearing in 2022, The Shit Bot (TSB) has triumphantly returned in 2023 cooking hard.
Unlike Enigma and uSNKRS, TSB takes a unique request-based approach to SNKRS. This means it avoids opening browser windows and instead submits entries directly.
Benefits of request-based:
- Lower resource usage so you can run more tasks smoothly
- Faster on live drops with milliseconds mattering
- Fewer detection points for Nike to target
In my experience, TSB excels on restocks and shock drops where speed is vital. It‘s a bit weaker on scheduled releases where browser emulation has an edge.
TSB is also super easy to use out of the box, making it great for beginners before graduating to more advanced tools. At $300/year, it‘s an affordable option supported worldwide.
Honorable Mentions
A couple other bots can cook SNKRS in the right hands:
- Splashforce – Excellent internationally. Interface is top-notch but very expensive.
- Balko – Legendary bot that requires expertise to master. High learning curve.
Overhyped: Bots to Avoid
On the flip side, there are a few big name bots that are all hype and no performance when it comes to SNKRS:
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Kodai – Used to cook Shopify sites well but dismal SNKRS success rate based on my testing.
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Trickle – Once legit but cannot penetrate Nike‘s defenses anymore. Don‘t waste your money.
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Candycane – More effective on clothing and obscure shops. Lacks SNKRS firepower.
The reality is cooking SNKRS requires specialized bots built to counter Nike‘s advanced bot mitigation. Generalist bots usually flop. Analyze real cook percentages, not hype.
Let‘s Get Your SNKRS Bot Setup!
Got your bot picked out? Awesome! Now let‘s make sure you have everything else needed to run it effectively.
Step 1: Get Enough Accounts
SNKRS gives each account a raffle ticket. More accounts = more tickets = higher chance you‘ll be selected.
Plan on at least 100 working accounts per bot license. The more the better.
And they can‘t be duplicates. Every account must have:
- Different email, password, name, phone number, address
- Be fully verified on SNKRS
- Have no previous order history
You can either create accounts manually or buy them pre-made in bulk:
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Creating accounts takes ages but lets you control quality. Use Temp Mail services to speed up unique emails.
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Buying accounts costs $1-2 per account. Quick but risk getting banned ones. Stick to reputable sellers.
I recommend buying 300-500 EU or US accounts to start. Make sure you change the passwords so sellers don‘t steal them back!
Step 2: Get Your Proxies Ready
Proxies are IP addresses you run your tasks through to mask your real location. This prevents Nike from blocking your home IP for submitting too many entries.
For SNKRS, you need 1 residential proxy per account. This mimics normal human browsing behavior.
Avoid data center proxies – Nike blacklists their IP ranges quickly. Stick to ISP proxies from providers like BrightData, Smartproxy, or Oxylabs for best results.
Make sure your proxies are located in the country matching your Nike accounts. US accounts need US proxies.
Step 3: Secure Unique Payment Methods
During checkout, SNKRS bots blast through as many card combos as possible across your tasks to guarantee a successful charge.
The standard is 1 virtual credit card per account. This means 300 accounts = 300 unique cards.
Good payment providers include Privacy, Revolut, Rantic, and virtual Visas from apps like Cash App or Venmo. Gift cards also work in a pinch.
Avoid recycling the same card across multiple accounts unless you want them all cancelled.
Step 4: Jig Your Addresses
Finally, take your shipping address and "jig" it with small tweaks for each account:
- Switch Road to Rd. or Street to St.
- Add unit numbers like APT 101, 201, etc.
- Slight misspellings like Drive vs Dr.
This makes the accounts appear unique to SNKRS during shipping validation. Remember – every account needs a different address.
Mastering SNKRS Copping Strategy
With your bot, accounts, proxies, and jigged addresses ready, let‘s talk strategy to optimize your success rate.
Target High ROI Releases
Don‘t waste your setup testing on GR Dunks. Save it for the most limited drops with highest resale value like:
- Travis Scott collabs
- Off-White Nikes
- Retro Jordans (Breds, Chicago 1s, etc.)
- Sacai collaborations
- KAWS Air Force 1s
Hitting just 1-2 of these can pay for all your setup costs. Then you can reinvest profits into more proxies and bots!
Practice Makes Perfect
When you‘re just starting out botting SNKRS, it‘s tempting to try for the gold right away.
But learning a new bot takes time. Before a major drop, spend 1-2 weeks practicing with it on lower value shoes.
Get a feel for creating tasks, working with proxies, solving errors and more. Slowly ramp up your task count as you get more comfortable.
This experience will prove invaluable when it‘s finally time to cook those Off-White Dunks you‘ve been dreaming about!
Analyze Your Results
Keep detailed records of your bot performance:
- Drops targeted and retail value
- Number of tasks/entries per drop
- Proxies used from each provider
- Bot version and settings
Analyzing this data helps you identify what‘s working and what‘s not. You can fine tune your setup and strategy to maximize your ROI.
Final Tips for Botting SNKRS Like a Pro
Cooking on SNKRS is a skill that takes time, dedication, and persistence to master. But you now have blueprint to start experiencing consistent success.
Here are my final pro tips as you continue developing your skills:
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Find a good cook group for help troubleshooting bot issues and staying on top of releases.
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Run your bot on a blazing fast local server or cloud proxies for maximum speed.
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Don‘t neglect your phone. Having a fast phone on data as backup can clutch unexpected Ws.
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Keep grinding through the Ls. Over time, your perfected strategy will convert into more Ws. It‘s a marathon, not sprint!
Want even more secrets to mastering SNKRS? Hit me up! I‘m always down to chat shoes and help fellow sneakerheads step up their cop game.
Thanks for reading and best of luck cooking!
Jake D.
Sneaker Chef 👟
