Adidas Metalbone Ctrl vs Adidas Rx Series
Head-to-head on PRR scores, specs, and live prices — independently tested with the same methodology. Updated daily.
Adidas Metalbone Ctrl wins by 16 points
Adidas Metalbone Ctrl scores 88/100 against 72/100 for the Adidas Rx Series. Its biggest edge is control (+15). The Adidas Rx Series answers back on maneuverability (+3). On price, the Adidas Rx Series is currently €130 cheaper.
“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.”
“The Rx Series 2026 is adidas's recovery-and-rehabilitation frame in all but name: head-light, with an EVA Performance core and fibreglass face scoring comfort 76, tolerance 78 and maneuverability 78, with control 75 keeping placement dependable. Power 64 states the gentle brief. Weight documentation is incomplete. Value 76 is fair. The Rx name lands closer to honest than most: this is equipment for arms under management, players returning from injury, and anyone prescribing themselves kindness. Within that clinic, one of the more complete options at sensible money.”
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