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Racket comparison · 2026

Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0 vs Nox X Aura

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Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0
Babolat

Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0

91
Nox X Aura
Nox

Nox X Aura

PRR verdict

Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0 wins by 19 points

Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0 scores 91/100 against 72/100 for the Nox X Aura. Its biggest edge is power (+32). The Nox X Aura answers back on sweet spot (+16). On price, the Nox X Aura is currently €235 cheaper.

Score breakdown
Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0
Nox X Aura
Overall
91/100Best
72/100
Control
74
74
Power
94Best
62
Sweet spot
61
77Best
Maneuverability
66
76Best
Comfort
62
75Best
Specs
Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0
Nox X Aura
Shape
Diamond
Diamond
Balance
Weight
370 g
360–375 g
Core
EVA
HR3 EVA
Face material
Carbon 3K
Level
Professional
Intermediate
Playing style
Power
Control
Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0

Juan Lebrón's Viper in the Red colourway hits exactly the way his highlight reel suggests: the dense EVA core and Carbon 3K face over a diamond head produce smash pace at the very top of our scale (power 94). Time your remate and the point is simply over. The rest of the scorecard is the toll: control 74 wants disciplined shot selection, comfort 62 and tolerance 61 make it a hard, unforgiving strike, and the head takes effort to hustle at the net. This is a professional's finishing tool that rewards total commitment and punishes hesitation. Demo it honestly before falling for the name.

315at PadelProShopReview & prices
Nox X Aura

The Nox X Aura 2026 is defined by its forgiving round shape and EVA core combination that delivers a pillowy, consistent feel on every ball, making placement and touch its clear strengths over raw power. At 365g it sits in a comfortable mid-weight range that suits intermediate players transitioning from beginner gear who want precision and arm protection over a long match. Value is solid but not exceptional given the competitive mid-range market, where a few alternatives offer similar control with more punch for the price.

80at PadelMarketReview & prices

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