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Astrum Soft 15K Review (2026)

Astrum Soft 15K

Review updated August 2026

78/100
PRR
Best price
£178 (€208)
Lowest price in 3 months3 months range: €208–€233

The Astrum Soft 15K pairs a genuinely premium 15K carbon face with a soft EVA core, positioned by StarVie as a discerning player's all-round tool rather than a narrow power or control specialist.

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Astrum Soft 15K padel racket — round shape
78/100
PRR Score
Round
Shape
EVA Soft
Core
Even
Balance
Performance

Power, Control & Comfort Scores

Its comfort score ranks in the top 5% of 1,000 rackets we've tested.

Power
High72
Control
Very High80
Maneuverability
High74
Sweet Spot
High74
Comfort
High78
Value
Good68
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Inside the frame

Astrum Soft 15K Specs

Face weaveCarbon 15K

Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.

CoreEVA Soft

Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.

ShapeRound

Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.

SurfaceCarbon 15K

The texture of the outer face.

Weight365g

Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).

BalanceEven

Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.

LevelAdvanced

Target player level for this racket.

Our verdict

The Astrum Soft 15K pairs a genuinely premium 15K carbon face with a soft EVA core, positioned by StarVie as a discerning player's all-round tool rather than a narrow power or control specialist. The soft core keeps the high-grade face's response comfortable rather than harsh.

We loved
  • 15K carbon face is a genuinely premium-grade material
  • Soft EVA core keeps that high-grade face comfortable to use
  • Versatile enough to suit an all-round advanced game
Worth knowing
  • Premium carbon grade comes with premium pricing
  • Doesn't chase a single extreme, so a specialist frame may suit a narrower need better
How it compares
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Price history
Price history
207.79current best
€207.79
Current
€207.79
Lowest
€214
Average
€233.48
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Full specification
ControlStandardBalanced
ShapeRound
Face weaveCarbon 15K
CoreEVA Soft
BalanceEven
Weight365g
LevelAdvanced
Playing styleVersatile
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The PRR takePRR Team

Premium carbon, kept genuinely comfortable

StarVie pairs a high-grade 15K carbon face with a soft core rather than a firm one, so the racket delivers a premium-tier response without feeling harsh. It's a strong choice for an advanced player who wants a genuine all-rounder rather than a narrow specialist.

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Common questions

FAQ

What level of player is the Astrum Soft 15K designed for?

The Astrum Soft 15K is built for Advanced players, scoring 78/100 overall in PRR's testing.

How much does the Astrum Soft 15K cost and where can I buy it?

The Astrum Soft 15K is priced from €208 at TennisPoint UK. See the price comparison above for the latest deals across every retailer we track.

What shape is the Astrum Soft 15K and what does that mean on court?

The Astrum Soft 15K has a round-shaped head, which spreads the sweet spot wider for consistent, forgiving contact — built for control and touch over raw power.

How much does the Astrum Soft 15K weigh and what's its balance?

The Astrum Soft 15K weighs 365g with a Even balance.

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