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Joma Slam Pro Iconic vs Starvie Radar

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

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Joma Slam Pro Iconic
Joma

Joma Slam Pro Iconic

74
Starvie Radar
Starvie

Starvie Radar

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PRR verdict

Joma Slam Pro Iconic wins by 2 points

Joma Slam Pro Iconic scores 74/100 against 72/100 for the Starvie Radar. Its biggest edge is power (+10). The Starvie Radar answers back on control (+4).

Score breakdown
Joma Slam Pro Iconic
Starvie Radar
Overall
74/100Best
72/100
Control
69
73Best
Power
74Best
64
Sweet spot
68
72Best
Maneuverability
70Best
68
Comfort
69
71Best
Specs
Joma Slam Pro Iconic
Starvie Radar
Shape
Teardrop
Teardrop
Balance
Head-heavy
Even
Weight
385 g
Core
Black EVA
EVA
Face material
Fibreglass
Level
Intermediate
Beginner
Playing style
Power
Control
Joma Slam Pro Iconic

The Slam Pro Iconic scores as Joma's mid-line offer: a balanced 74/69 split with fair terms (comfort 69, tolerance 68) and honest handling (70). Full specification is unconfirmed, so materials, weight and shape go unverified; demo before committing. Value 76 continues the brand's pressure pricing. The recurring Joma verdict needs little editing: credible, sensibly-priced equipment from a badge still earning padel recognition, best bought after a demo and a comparison against the week's Dunlop and Drop Shot prices. The Iconic sits mid-family; the SF editions are kinder, the HRD fiercer.

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Starvie Radar

The Radar 2024 is StarVie's control-tuned entry frame, and the same weight question applies as to the Drax: 385 g of even-balanced teardrop asks real strength of the beginners it targets. The card is otherwise kind: control 73, comfort 71, tolerance 72, with the fibreglass face keeping touch soft. Power 64 states the placement brief. Value 74 is fair for handmade construction. For sturdy new players who want Spanish craft and a patient teacher in one frame, it serves; for lighter arms, maneuverability 68 already carries a warning.

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