“The Hack 04 25 is a precision-oriented diamond that leans toward control more than most head-heavy Bullpadel offerings, making it a specialist tool for advanced players who want attack with directional accuracy.”
Overall it sits in the top 4% of 1,000 rackets we've tested — its power score ranks in the top 3%.
Power
Exceptional91
Control
High74
Maneuverability
Good69
Sweet Spot
Good64
Comfort
Good65
Value
High78
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PRR Score
89PRR Score
Inside the frame
Hack 04 25 Specs
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Face weaveCarbon 18K
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 18K
The texture of the outer face.
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Weight365–375g
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.
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Balance point265 mm
Measured from the handle butt — higher = more head-heavy.
Scores from around the web
PadelReference
84/100
Our verdict
The Hack 04 25 is a precision-oriented diamond that leans toward control more than most head-heavy Bullpadel offerings, making it a specialist tool for advanced players who want attack with directional accuracy. The foam core softens the traditionally aggressive diamond feel, rewarding clean technique with satisfying ball placement, though the 375g head-heavy frame will punish players who lack wrist conditioning over a long match. Competitive intermediates stepping up and seasoned amateurs who prioritize placement over raw pace will find this a compelling option at its price point.
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Full specification
AttackerStandardBalanced
Shape
Diamond
Face weave
Carbon 18K
Core
Multilayer EVA
Balance
265mm · Head-heavy
Weight
365–375g
Level
Advanced
Playing style
Power
Year
2026
The series story
Bullpadel Hack
The attacking line made famous by Paquito Navarro
The Bullpadel Hack is the attacking line that Paquito Navarro put on the map, and it has become one of the most consistently interesting families in our database. Where the Vertex is built almost entirely for players who want to finish points overhead at maximum pace, the Hack sits one step closer to the centre of the power-control spectrum. It loads up genuine finishing pace from the mid-court and at the net, but the face gives you enough feel to build points through the glass and stay composed under pressure when the rally refuses to end on your schedule.
The series runs in numbered generations, and the scoring trajectory across those generations is unusually clean. The Hack 03 era landed between 84 and 86 with us, solid numbers for a racket already well suited to intermediate-to-advanced attacking players who do not want to swing perfectly on every contact. The 2025 Paquito Navarro edition of the Hack 04 pushed that to 89, driven mainly by better stability on off-centre strikes and a noticeably larger sweet spot. The 2026 Hack 04 reached 91, the highest score that generation produced, and brought Betis and Advance editions into the family alongside the flagship frame.
The 2027 Hack 05 is the fifth generation and the new reference frame, scoring PRR 89 on the back of a genuinely new ExoAir frame and Air Power aerodynamics that convert swing speed into ball speed more efficiently than the 04 ever did. As with every Hack generation, it ships as three distinct builds rather than one racket: the standard diamond-shaped Hack 05 is the pure power option; the Hack 05 Hybrid swaps to a hybrid head and a shorter, lower balance point specifically for defensive players who need to counter-attack fast rather than swing for maximum pace; and the Hack 05 CMF keeps the diamond shape and high balance of the standard racket but softens the face material for a noticeably more comfortable strike, at a small cost to top-end power. They are three different tools built around the same core, not three competing versions of the same racket.
What holds the Hack together across its generations is a consistent design philosophy: an attacking construction that rewards players who want to finish overhead but can still play a composed bandeja or a vibora when the situation calls for it. Back-court players looking to push further up the court will find the Hack forgiving on the contacts that matter most, and the Hybrid and CMF trims exist specifically to widen who that applies to.
Which one should you buy?
The 2027 Hack 05 (PRR 89) is the current pick for players who want Bullpadel's purest expression of Hack power. If you're a defensive or counter-attacking player who wants that same DNA with far more control, the Hack 05 Hybrid (PRR 85) is the better fit, not a downgrade -- it's a genuinely different shape built for a different job. If your priority is arm comfort without losing much power, the Hack 05 CMF (PRR 85) is the one to buy instead of the standard diamond.
The 2026 Hack 04 at PRR 91 remains an excellent racket and, now that the 05 has launched, is the smart discounted buy: it is still the highest-scoring Hack we have tested and a genuine alternative to the Vertex 05 for attacking players who want a fraction more control. If you find the 2025 Paquito Navarro edition of the Hack 04 at a discount, that PRR 89 frame is still excellent value. The Hack 03 Paquito editions, scoring 84 to 86 with us, are now honest budget buys for developing attacking players who want the Hack character without the flagship cost. Skip any Hack 03 or 04 stock at near-full retail now that the 05 generation is on shelves.
Hack 05 pushes to a new generation number and PRR 89, built around dynamic power and Air Power aerodynamics. Comfort and Hybrid trims broaden the family further.
A specialist's diamond that leans more toward accuracy than most head-heavy Bullpadel frames: the power generation is outstanding, but what stands out is that the control doesn't collapse to pay for it. Clean technique gets rewarded with satisfying, precise hitting. Quick transitions and reaction volleys are harder work, and extended play can build arm fatigue: particularly on off-centre contact.
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What level of player is the Hack 04 25 designed for?
The Bullpadel Hack 04 25 is built for Advanced players, scoring 89/100 overall in PRR's testing.
How much does the Hack 04 25 cost and where can I buy it?
The Bullpadel Hack 04 25 is priced from €187 at PadelProShop. See the price comparison above for the latest deals across every retailer we track.
What shape is the Hack 04 25 and what does that mean on court?
The Bullpadel Hack 04 25 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 there a newer version of the Hack 04 25?
Yes — the Bullpadel Hack 04 25 has been succeeded by the Bullpadel Hack 05 2027 Paquito Navarro. Use the year selector above to compare specs and scores between versions.
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