Adidas Drive vs Adidas Metalbone Ctrl
Head-to-head on PRR scores, specs, and live prices — independently tested with the same methodology. Updated daily.
Adidas Metalbone Ctrl wins by 18 points
Adidas Metalbone Ctrl scores 88/100 against 70/100 for the Adidas Drive. Its biggest edge is control (+25). On price, the Adidas Drive is currently €158 cheaper.
“The Adidas Drive Black 2026 is a forgiving round-shaped entry-level racket built around EVA foam and fibreglass for a soft, predictable response that suits absolute beginners learning consistent groundstrokes. It delivers adequate comfort and a generous sweet spot but lacks the punchy rebound or refined feel that would make it stand out, and at its price point it faces stiff competition from more complete beginner offerings. Players just picking up a racket for the first time will find it inoffensive and easy to use, but anyone progressing quickly will outgrow it within months.”
“The Adidas Metalbone Ctrl is a round control frame at 360 g with an EVA foam core, built for advanced players who want exceptional directional precision. Control at 90 is the exceptional headline: among the most precisely placed frames in the advanced bracket. PRR score 88 confirms the level of overall performance. Power at 78 is the honest trade-off. Comfort at 76 and tolerance at 76 keep it usable across regular sessions. PRR score: 88/100.”
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