Babolat Air Viper vs Adidas Metalbone
Two diamond-shaped padel rackets compared head-to-head.
| Spec | Babolat Air Viper | Adidas Metalbone |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Babolat | Adidas |
| Shape | Diamond | Diamond |
| Balance | High | High |
| Weight | 360 g | 375 g |
| Surface | Carbon | Carbon Aluminized |
| Core | EVA | EVA Soft Performance |
| Level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Power | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Control | 7/10 | 6/10 |
| Spin | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Price | $270 | $300 |
๐พ Quick take: on combined power, control and spin the Adidas Metalbone edges it โ but feel is personal, so match the balance and weight to your swing.
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FAQ
- Which is better, the Babolat Air Viper or the Adidas Metalbone?
- Both are diamond-shaped rackets. The Babolat Air Viper rates power 9/control 7; the Adidas Metalbone rates power 10/control 6. Pick the Babolat Air Viper for more control and the Adidas Metalbone for more punch.
- Which is cheaper?
- The Babolat Air Viper at $270 is the more affordable of the two.