Adidas Metalbone Ctrl vs Starvie Nyra
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 Starvie Nyra. Its biggest edge is control (+19). The Starvie Nyra answers back on maneuverability (+1). On price, the Starvie Nyra is currently €150 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 Starvie Nyra 2026 is a forgiving round-shaped beginner racket built around head-light balance, delivering reliable maneuverability and decent touch rather than the explosive power its 'power' label implies. The soft, dampened feel makes it genuinely arm-friendly over long sessions, and beginners transitioning from tennis will appreciate its familiar, easy-swinging character. However, at its price point the value proposition feels modest compared to competitors like Babolat or Head entry-level offerings that deliver more pop and similar forgiveness for similar money.”
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