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Racket comparison · 2026

Royal Padel Whip Polietileno 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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PRR
Royal Padel

Royal Padel Whip Polietileno

Starvie Radar
Starvie

Starvie Radar

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PRR verdict

Royal Padel Whip Polietileno wins by 11 points

Royal Padel Whip Polietileno scores 83/100 against 72/100 for the Starvie Radar. Its biggest edge is power (+18). The Starvie Radar answers back on sweet spot (+2).

Score breakdown
Royal Padel Whip Polietileno
Starvie Radar
Overall
83/100Best
72/100
Control
73
73
Power
82Best
64
Sweet spot
70
72Best
Maneuverability
66
68Best
Comfort
72Best
71
Specs
Royal Padel Whip Polietileno
Starvie Radar
Shape
Round
Teardrop
Balance
Even
Weight
385 g
Core
EVA
Face material
Fibreglass
Fibreglass
Level
Intermediate
Beginner
Playing style
Control
Control
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.

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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