Best advanced padel rackets

Very wide, forgiving sweet spot

Limited explosive smash power vs harder options

High ball exit for a diamond frame

Only works with the weights fitted

Wide sweet spot for an attacking diamond

Almost no free ball output in defence

Repeatable direction on every shot

No free depth on dead balls

Fast head speed for a diamond

Needs your arm on passive defence

Unusually large sweet spot for a teardrop shape

Softer core limits explosive power at high pace

Improved sweet spot compared to ST3 version

Some durability concerns reported by users

Exceptional power delivery with 12K carbon construction

Requires solid technique to maximize performance

Smash output close to the Coello Pro

Hard work digging out low defensive balls

Exceptional blocking and reset composure

Smash demands clean centre-strike technique

Planted, controlled volleys with no overshoot

Overhead and víbora demand a fuller swing than comparable hybrids

Exceptional power generation with dynamic acceleration

Demands good technique to maximize potential

Outstanding control and ball placement

Limited free power on smashes and drives

Exceptional power generation with X-Tend Carbon 12K technology

Premium price point may be prohibitive for many players

Exceptional maneuverability for a 368g frame

Flat smashes lack real explosiveness

Easy depth without a full swing

Control is the weakest part of the package

Immediate, heavy ball off the smash

Defensive lobs need your own height

Outstanding maneuverability for a carbon racket

Firm feel punishes off-center contact

Puts the ball exactly where you aimed

Smooth face gives no spin grip

Explosive power on smashes and bandejas

Demanding on defensive resets and blocks

Explosive smash and vibora power

Small, high-positioned sweet spot punishes off-centre hits

Explosive power on smashes and viboras

Small sweet spot demands precise technique

Flat smash that ends rallies

Arm fatigue late in long matches

Exceptional power generation with Carbon Aluminized 15K face

Requires advanced technique to maximize potential