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AdidasAdidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl
Year:20262024
Reviewed20262024round

Adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl

The adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 is built for players who want surgical precision over raw firepower.

PRR Score82/100
Best price182
Balanceeven
Adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl padel racket — round shape
Performance

Every metric, scored out of 100.

Power
Good68
Control
Very High88
Maneuverability
High72
Sweet Spot
Very High85
Comfort
Very High84
Value
High74
PRR Score
82PRR Score
The verdict

The adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 is built for players who want surgical precision over raw firepower. The EVA core delivers a soft, dampened feel that eats up vibration and rewards clean technique with pinpoint placement. Its round shape keeps the sweet spot generous and forgiving, making it a reliable weapon during long defensive exchanges. Power-hungry players may feel constrained, but control seekers will find a trustworthy partner.

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What we loved
Exceptional control rating of 88 — ideal for tactical, placement-based play
EVA core absorbs vibration well, reducing arm fatigue over long sessions
Round shape offers a large, consistent sweet spot
Strong comfort score of 84 suits players prone to elbow issues
Worth knowing
Power score of 68 limits offensive finishing ability
Balance specs unknown — hard to predict swing feel before testing
Not suited for aggressive players looking to dominate with pace
Inside the frame

What's inside

Coreeva-foam

Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.

ShapeRound · even

Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance point.

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86/100
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Price history
Price history
201.95current best
€201.95
Current
€185.95
Lowest
€207
Average
€233.95
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181.76201.95
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Full specification
ShapeRound
BalanceEven
Core materialEva-foam
Player levelIntermediate
Playing styleControl
Year2026
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