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Racket comparison · 2026

Babolat Technical Viper 30 vs Adidas Metalbone Hrd

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Best
Babolat Technical Viper 30
Babolat

Babolat Technical Viper 30

Adidas Metalbone Hrd
Adidas

Adidas Metalbone Hrd

87
PRR verdict

Babolat Technical Viper 30 wins by 4 points

Babolat Technical Viper 30 scores 91/100 against 87/100 for the Adidas Metalbone Hrd. Its biggest edge is control (+4). The Adidas Metalbone Hrd answers back on sweet spot (+1).

Score breakdown
Babolat Technical Viper 30
Adidas Metalbone Hrd
Overall
91/100Best
87/100
Control
74Best
70
Power
94Best
91
Sweet spot
61
62Best
Maneuverability
66
66
Comfort
62
63Best
Specs
Babolat Technical Viper 30
Adidas Metalbone Hrd
Shape
Teardrop
Diamond
Balance
Head Heavy
Head Heavy
Weight
330 g
Core
EVA Foam
EVA Foam
Face material
Carbon 3K
Level
Intermediate
Advanced
Playing style
Power
Power
Babolat Technical Viper 30

The Technical Viper 30 is a punchy, head-heavy teardrop built to reward aggressive baseliners who want to put pace on smashes and drives without spending elite-tier money. The 3K carbon surface generates solid topspin bite and the EVA core delivers a reasonably stable, medium-firm feel, though the head-heavy balance slows reaction volleys and demands committed swings. Intermediate players transitioning from all-round to attack-oriented play will find it a capable step-up tool, though more refined competition in this price bracket means value is good rather than exceptional.

Adidas Metalbone Hrd

The Metalbone HRD 110145 is a raw power weapon built around a hard EVA core and aggressive diamond shape that delivers explosive smash pace and deep drive penetration when struck cleanly. The head-heavy balance and stiff frame demand precise timing, making it genuinely rewarding for advanced players with strong technique but punishing for anyone slightly off-centre or mid-rally fatigued. Players who dominate from the back court and prioritize finishing volleys over touch play will find this racket a serious offensive tool, though they should budget for arm fatigue over long sessions.

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