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Racket comparison · 2026

Joma Tournament Pro Iconic vs Siux Optimus 5 Air

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

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Joma Tournament Pro Iconic
Joma

Joma Tournament Pro Iconic

PRR
Siux

Optimus 5 Air

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PRR verdict

Joma Tournament Pro Iconic wins by 12 points

Joma Tournament Pro Iconic scores 74/100 against 62/100 for the Siux Optimus 5 Air. Its biggest edge is power (+20). The Siux Optimus 5 Air answers back on sweet spot (+8). On price, the Siux Optimus 5 Air is currently €63 cheaper.

Score breakdown
Joma Tournament Pro Iconic
Optimus 5 Air
Overall
74/100Best
62/100
Control
69Best
68
Power
74Best
54
Sweet spot
68
76Best
Maneuverability
70
76Best
Comfort
69
76Best
Specs
Joma Tournament Pro Iconic
Optimus 5 Air
Shape
Round
Round
Balance
Even
Head-light
Weight
351 g
Core
Black EVA
EVA
Face material
Carbon 3K
Fibreglass
Level
Intermediate
Beginner
Playing style
Control
Control
Joma Tournament Pro Iconic

The Joma Tournament Pro Iconic Black/Red sits in a crowded mid-tier segment where Joma has historically struggled to differentiate itself from more established competitors, offering a round-to-teardrop hybrid profile with moderate power output but uninspiring feel and limited feedback for precise placement. The foam and fiberglass construction typical of Joma's tournament-level range delivers adequate performance for beginner-to-intermediate club players who prioritize durability over finesse. Players new to padel or those on a tighter budget will find it functional, but anyone above a 3.0 level will quickly outgrow its limitations and want more responsiveness from a racket at this price point.

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Optimus 5 Air

The Optimus 5 Air is Siux's genuinely entry-level option - a light, round, EVA-cored racket with a plain fibreglass face, built for unisex accessibility rather than any specific edge. There's no pretence of attacking output here; it's a simple, comfortable, easy-to-swing first racket at a genuinely low price.

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