The Kobe 3 Low Protro is a basketball shoe. The Kobe Dunk Low Protro is an off-court model. Their orange floral details connect them visually, but their shape, cushioning and price differ. This comparison explains those differences, identifies the exact product codes and helps you decide what to check before the scheduled US release.
What is the difference between the two models?
The 3 Low Protro is the basketball model; the Dunk Low Protro is the off-court option. They serve different uses despite their shared athlete.
According to Nike’s 3 Low product page and its US product records, the identifiers are:
- Kobe 3 Low Protro
- Style code: IO6260-800. The orange basketball shoe with a lattice cage, floral graphics and purple accents.
- Kobe Dunk Low Protro
- Style code: IQ3922-001. The off-court shoe with black overlays, orange-red patterned panels and a cream-colored midsole.
Why does the exact style code matter?
A style code identifies a particular product version. Search for IO6260-800 or IQ3922-001, rather than relying on a nickname alone. The official Dunk colorway is Anthracite and Sundial. Use the style-code lookup to find the matching Laced record before choosing a size.
How do the cushioning and designs compare?
The 3 Low uses Air Zoom Strobel and Cushlon 3.0. The Dunk uses a drop-in ReactX midsole and a different upper construction.
The table summarizes Nike’s US product records, checked on 19 October 2026. Those records describe the Dunk for off-court wear.
| Detail | 3 Low Protro | Dunk Low Protro |
|---|---|---|
| Style code | IO6260-800 | IQ3922-001 |
| Stated use | Basketball | Off-court wear |
| Cushioning | Full-length Air Zoom Strobel and Cushlon 3.0 | Drop-in ReactX foam midsole |
| Upper details | Orange cage over floral graphics | Black overlays and orange-red floral panels |
| Checked US retail price | $190 | $130 |
For court use, start with the model identified for basketball. For everyday wear, compare the Dunk’s shape and materials with what you want. Published specifications do not establish which will feel better on your foot. This is a product-information comparison, without a wear test.
How much should you budget for one or both?
The checked US prices are $190 for the 3 Low and $130 for the Dunk. Together, their listed retail prices total $320.
That is a $60 difference between the two options, based on the source prices above. Taxes or shipping can change the final amount. Set your spending limit before deciding to pursue one pair or two. An entry for each model is a separate purchase decision, with its own size choice.
A worked budget example
For example, a reader who wants the basketball model should plan around its $190 listed price before additional charges. Adding the $130 Dunk brings the two-pair retail subtotal to $320. Check the retailer’s final total against your spending limit before buying.
When are the US releases scheduled?
The US records checked on 19 October schedule both models for Friday 30 October 2026, at 10:00am Eastern, 14:00 UTC.
Check the individual 3 Low release record and Dunk release record for subsequent schedule changes. A US listing does not establish the same date, price or availability in another country. Confirm your country’s listing before planning around that time.
Keep these pairs separate from earlier releases with similar names. Our Mambacurial recap, for example, covers a different model and its recorded release history.
How should you choose a size and prepare?
Use each product’s own Size Guide and fit notes. A shared athlete or collection theme does not establish identical sizing across these models.
First, check the individual Nike Size Guides. Then keep a short list for each pair:
- Match the full model name and style code.
- Record the size you chose for that particular product.
- Confirm the local listing, date and price.
- Set the total amount you are comfortable spending.
If you are new to the process, read how Nike SNKRS draws work. For a release listed in Laced, the drop-day checklist puts the preparation steps in order. Finish those checks before drop time so the remaining decision is the pair you actually want.
Which pair should you buy?
Choose the 3 Low for its stated basketball purpose. Choose the Dunk if its off-court design is the one you want to wear.
Our recommendation is to settle use, size and budget in that order. If you want both, keep two separate size decisions and the $320 listed-price subtotal in view. Otherwise, commit to the model that fits your intended use. The collection nickname is a useful starting point; the exact product is the decision.
Questions people ask
Are the Kobe 3 Low and Kobe Dunk the same shoe?
No. Nike identifies IO6260-800 as the Kobe 3 Low Protro basketball shoe. IQ3922-001 is the Kobe Dunk Low Protro, described for off-court wear. Their model names, uppers and cushioning descriptions differ.
What are the US prices for these Kobe releases?
Nike's US records checked on 19 October 2026 list the Kobe 3 Low Protro IO6260-800 at $190 and Kobe Dunk Low Protro IQ3922-001 at $130. Those are retail listing prices, not resale estimates.
Do these Kobe shoes release on the same day?
The US records checked on 19 October 2026 schedule both for 30 October 2026. Check the individual release pages for the latest recorded schedule, and confirm your own country's Nike listing before planning an entry.
Should I buy the same size in both models?
Use the Size Guide and any fit notes for each exact product. A shared athlete name or theme does not establish identical fit. This comparison uses published product information and does not claim a wear test.
Sources
- Nike SNKRS US - Kobe 3 Low Protro Mamba Eterno, IO6260-800 · Nike · Checked
- Nike US SNKRS feed - exact Kobe product records and descriptions · Nike · Checked
- Nike Help - individual product Size Guides · Nike · Checked
