“The Siux Astra Control 2026 is a forgiving, head-light round racket built around predictable ball placement and arm-friendly feel, making it a safe choice for beginners who prioritize consistency over firepower.”
Its maneuverability score ranks in the top 14% of 1,000 rackets we’ve tested.
Power
Good62
Control
High72
Maneuverability
High76
Sweet Spot
High76
Comfort
High74
Value
High74
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Power
Control
Maneuverability
Comfort
Sweet Spot
Value
PRR Score
70PRR Score
Inside the frame
What's inside
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CoreEVA
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeRound
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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Weight375g
Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).
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BalanceHead-light
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
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LevelBeginner
Target player level for this racket.
Scores from around the web
PadelReference
64/100
Padeful
76/100
Our verdict
The Siux Astra Control 2026 is a forgiving, head-light round racket built around predictable ball placement and arm-friendly feel, making it a safe choice for beginners who prioritize consistency over firepower. The EVA foam core delivers a soft, dampened response that reduces shock on extended play, though it robs the racket of any meaningful pace when tested against intermediate-level hitting. At its price point, Siux faces stiff competition from Head, Bullpadel, and Nox who offer comparable or superior beginner-control options, leaving this racket feeling adequate but unremarkable in a crowded segment.
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Maneuverability is genuinely exceptional here, making it easy to position and adjust mid-rally, and tolerance provides a real, large sweet spot for inconsistent strikers. Comfort reduces fatigue well during extended sessions. It's a genuinely safe choice for beginners prioritising consistency over firepower. Power runs low, limiting offensive potential and requiring more technique to generate pace, and this control-focused design won't hand you free power as you advance.
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