Adidas Adipower Legend vs Babolat Air Origin
Head-to-head on PRR scores, specs, and live prices — independently tested with the same methodology. Updated daily.
Adidas Adipower Legend wins by 14 points
Adidas Adipower Legend scores 90/100 against 76/100 for the Babolat Air Origin. Its biggest edge is power (+20). The Babolat Air Origin answers back on maneuverability (+6). On price, the Babolat Air Origin is currently €80 cheaper.
“Ignore the Adipower name's attacking history: the Legend is a control instrument. Control 92 is among the highest we have scored, and the EVA Soft Performance core with a Carbon 3K face explains the feel: soft enough to absorb pace and reset the point, precise enough to put a lob on the back glass at will. Comfort 78 and tolerance 77 make it kind to arms and imperfect contact alike. Power 82 is the trade, respectable but not a finisher, so points end through construction rather than violence. For intermediates upward who win with patience and placement, it is superb.”
“The Babolat Air Origin is a lightweight, forgiving entry-level racket built around an even balance and EVA foam core that prioritizes comfort and easy handling over outright punch. Its round shape and neutral balance make it genuinely maneuverable at the net and kind to players still developing technique, reducing arm fatigue across long sessions. However, at its price point it faces stiff competition from brands offering more foam density and better build quality, making it a safe but unremarkable choice for true beginners who trust the Babolat name.”
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