Adidas Metalbone Ctrl vs Babolat Alioth Mini JR
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 Babolat Alioth Mini JR. Its biggest edge is power (+18). The Babolat Alioth Mini JR answers back on maneuverability (+7). On price, the Babolat Alioth Mini JR is currently €149 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 Babolat Alioth Mini JR 2025 is a lightweight, round-shaped junior entry racket built primarily for ease of swing and early technical development in young beginners. Its 290g frame swings quickly and forgives off-centre hits reasonably well, making it approachable for kids just learning footwork and timing, though it offers little in terms of power or advanced feel. At its price point it faces stiff competition from more feature-rich junior options from Wilson and Head, making it a decent but unremarkable choice for parents prioritising brand recognition over pure performance value.”
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