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Racket comparison · 2026

Babolat Bl 003 25 vs Black Crowniton Epic

Head-to-head on PRR scores, specs, and live prices — independently tested with the same methodology. Updated daily.

Best
Babolat Bl 003 25
Babolat

Babolat Bl 003 25

Black Crowniton Epic
Black Crown

Black Crowniton Epic

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PRR verdict

Babolat Bl 003 25 wins by 5 points

Babolat Bl 003 25 scores 85/100 against 80/100 for the Black Crowniton Epic. Its biggest edge is control (+14). The Black Crowniton Epic answers back on power (+1).

Score breakdown
Babolat Bl 003 25
Black Crowniton Epic
Overall
85/100Best
80/100
Control
84Best
70
Power
82
83Best
Sweet spot
72Best
65
Maneuverability
72Best
68
Comfort
74Best
66
Specs
Babolat Bl 003 25
Black Crowniton Epic
Shape
Teardrop
Teardrop
Balance
Even
Head-heavy
Weight
355 g
355–370 g
Core
Multi-EVA
Black EVA
Face material
Carbon 3K
Carbon 12K
Level
Professional
Professional
Playing style
Power
Power
Babolat Bl 003 25

The Babolat BL 003 25 is a teardrop power racket built for aggressive baseliners who want to push pace without fully sacrificing maneuverability, its EVA foam core delivering a medium-firm feel that translates energy efficiently on smashes and drives. The even balance keeps it more accessible than a pure top-heavy power frame, but the sweet spot is narrower than forgiving mid-range alternatives, meaning off-centre mishits will be felt. Advanced players with a technically consistent swing who want a recognizable brand behind their game will appreciate it, though specialists may find more refined options at this price point from dedicated padel-first manufacturers.

Black Crowniton Epic

The Niton Epic 2025 is Black Crown's volume attacker: a Black EVA core under a 12K face producing power 83 with the boutique brand's characteristic dense, pleasing strike. Control 70 keeps the demands real, comfort 66 and tolerance 65 hold the firm-but-standard line, and maneuverability 68 wants some anticipation. Value 76 is honest. Positioned below the Piton line, the Niton offers most of the family's intent at friendlier money, which makes it the natural first Black Crown for improving attackers. The boutique path costs a little extra everywhere; here it costs least.

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