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Racket comparison · 2026

Black Crown Crown Gladius vs Royal Padel Whip Polietileno

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Black Crown Crown Gladius
Black Crown

Crown Gladius

75
Best
PRR
Royal Padel

Royal Padel Whip Polietileno

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PRR verdict

Royal Padel Whip Polietileno wins by 8 points

Royal Padel Whip Polietileno scores 83/100 against 75/100 for the Black Crown Crown Gladius. Its biggest edge is power (+6). The Black Crown Crown Gladius answers back on maneuverability (+4).

Score breakdown
Crown Gladius
Royal Padel Whip Polietileno
Overall
75/100
83/100Best
Control
68
73Best
Power
76
82Best
Sweet spot
68
70Best
Maneuverability
70Best
66
Comfort
69
72Best
Specs
Crown Gladius
Royal Padel Whip Polietileno
Shape
Hybrid
Round
Balance
Even
Weight
350–370 g
Core
Black EVA
Face material
Carbon 18K
Fibreglass
Level
Intermediate
Intermediate
Playing style
Power
Control
Crown Gladius

The Gladius is Crown's keen entry frame: a Black EVA core under an 18K face in an even 370 g build, scoring power 76 with fair terms (comfort 69, tolerance 68) and honest handling (70). Control 68 wants developing discipline. Value 78 is strong for the face spec. The 18K weave at entry money is the small brand's calling card, as with its Gladius Force sibling, giving improving attackers feedback quality the big brands reserve for higher shelves. The usual small-brand asterisk applies; the arithmetic answers it as usual. A credible budget find.

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Royal Padel Whip Polietileno

The Royal Padel Whip Polietileno 2026 is a comfort-forward frame with a polyethylene core that absorbs impact and reduces vibration across long sessions. Power at 82 and control at 73 describe a frame that can generate pace on overheads while remaining approachable for intermediate players. Comfort at 72 is solid. Maneuverability at 66 is the trade-off: net reactions require early positioning. PRR score: 83/100.

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