“The Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.3 is the sensible half of the 2024 Metalbone story, now at run-out prices: a head-light frame with a Soft EVA core and 6K face where control 84 leads and comfort 74 with tolerance 75 keeps everything civil.”
Overall it sits in the top 34% of 1,000 rackets we’ve tested — its control score ranks in the top 4%.
Power
High71
Control
Very High84
Maneuverability
High75
Sweet Spot
High75
Comfort
High74
Value
High78
Owner feedback
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Power
Control
Maneuverability
Comfort
Sweet Spot
Value
PRR Score
81PRR Score
Inside the frame
What's inside
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Face weaveCarbon 6K
Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.
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CoreSoft EVA
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeRound
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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SurfaceCarbon 6K
The texture of the outer face.
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BalanceHead-light
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
Scores from around the web
PadelReference
78/100
Padeful
85/100
Our verdict
The Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.3 is the sensible half of the 2024 Metalbone story, now at run-out prices: a head-light frame with a Soft EVA core and 6K face where control 84 leads and comfort 74 with tolerance 75 keeps everything civil. The light head makes volleys feel pre-arranged. Power 71 is the deliberate boundary. Weight documentation is incomplete on remaining stock, so verify in hand. Value 78 rewards the patient shopper. For intermediates who want flagship-line construction pointed at placement rather than violence, this discounted vintage is one of the quiet deals in adidas's back catalogue.
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This is the control-leaning Metalbone, and it's a kind one: the head-light balance gets you to the ball early, the Soft EVA core and carbon face keep feedback informative without being harsh, and construction quality punches above the discounted price. It's built for players who win points by placement rather than raw pace, so don't expect a heavy finishing weapon. Check the weight in hand before buying, as it isn't confirmed on this listing.
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