“The Counter Viper is the Viper family's double agent: the head-heavy diamond silhouette promises violence, but the multilayer EVA core and Carbon 3K face are tuned for absorption, and the scorecard confirms it: control 86, comfort 78, tolerance 77.”
Overall it sits in the top 14% of 1,000 rackets we’ve tested — its control score ranks in the top 2%.
Power
High76
Control
Very High86
Maneuverability
High76
Sweet Spot
High77
Comfort
High78
Value
High74
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PRR Score
85PRR Score
Inside the frame
Counter Viper Specs
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Face weaveCarbon 3K
Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.
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CoreMultilayer EVA
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeDiamond
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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SurfaceCarbon 3K
The texture of the outer face.
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Weight365g
Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).
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BalanceHead-heavy
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
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LevelAdvanced
Target player level for this racket.
Scores from around the web
Padeful
86/100
Our verdict
The Counter Viper is the Viper family's double agent: the head-heavy diamond silhouette promises violence, but the multilayer EVA core and Carbon 3K face are tuned for absorption, and the scorecard confirms it: control 86, comfort 78, tolerance 77. Blocks die short, lobs land deep, and the head mass adds enough authority that power 76 plays bigger on the counter-attack than the number suggests. Maneuverability 76 is excellent for the shape. This is a control racket for players who like a bit of mass to lean on. At value 74, advanced defenders and counter-punchers should shortlist it immediately.
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It wears the family's aggressive silhouette, but the tune is absorption: blocks die short, defensive lobs land deep on demand, and the head mass lends counter-attacks a natural authority — all with real forgiveness and a friendliness nobody expects from the name. Finishing comes from placement or patience rather than pace, and don't let the looks set the wrong demo expectations.
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What level of player is the Counter Viper designed for?
The Babolat Counter Viper is built for Advanced players, scoring 85/100 overall in PRR's testing.
How much does the Counter Viper cost and where can I buy it?
The Babolat Counter Viper is priced from €230 at PadelMarket. See the price comparison above for the latest deals across every retailer we track.
What shape is the Counter Viper and what does that mean on court?
The Babolat Counter Viper has a diamond-shaped head, which concentrates weight toward the top of the frame for maximum power on smashes and overheads — at some cost to the size of the sweet spot.
Is the Counter Viper available in different years or editions?
Yes — use the year selector above to see how this year's Babolat Counter Viper compares to earlier editions.
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