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StarVie Metheora Dual Review (2026)

StarVie Metheora Dual

Review updated August 2026

77/100
PRR
Best price
€243

The Metheora Dual is StarVie's flagship round-shaped control racket, built around a new Dual Density rubber that adapts to shot pace - comfortable and forgiving on slower, defensive strokes, but genuinely explosive when the swing speeds up.

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StarVie Metheora Dual padel racket — round shape
77/100
PRR Score
Round
Shape
EVA
Core
Head-light
Balance
Performance

Power, Control & Comfort Scores

Its control score ranks in the top 7% of 1,000 rackets we've tested.

Power
High76
Control
Very High82
Maneuverability
High76
Sweet Spot
High76
Comfort
High74
Value
Good64
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Inside the frame

Metheora Dual Specs

Face weaveCarbon 3K

Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.

CoreEVA

Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.

ShapeRound

Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.

SurfaceCarbon 3K

The texture of the outer face.

Weight370g

Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).

BalanceHead-light

Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.

LevelAdvanced

Target player level for this racket.

Balance point260 mm

Measured from the handle butt — higher = more head-heavy.

Our verdict

The Metheora Dual is StarVie's flagship round-shaped control racket, built around a new Dual Density rubber that adapts to shot pace - comfortable and forgiving on slower, defensive strokes, but genuinely explosive when the swing speeds up. Two layers of 3K carbon over the round profile give it more attacking output than a typical control shape usually offers, at an even 370g with a 260mm balance. This is a serious, advanced-level frame built for a player who constructs points but still wants real pace available when the opportunity comes.

We loved
  • Dual Density rubber genuinely adapts feel to shot pace
  • Round shape stays forgiving despite the added power
  • 3K carbon face gives it more attacking output than a typical control frame
Worth knowing
  • Premium pricing reflects the flagship positioning
  • Still a control-shape racket - not for a player chasing maximum power
How it compares
vs Adidas Adipower Legend
90/100 PRR
-10 control-6 power-4 comfort
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vs Siux Electra Pro 2026 Fire Red
91/100 PRR
-14 power+10 sweet spot+7 comfort
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Full specification
ControlStandard
ShapeRound
Face weaveCarbon 3K
CoreEVA
Balance260mm · Head-light
Weight370g
LevelAdvanced
Playing styleControl
Year2025
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The PRR takePRR Team

A control shape with genuine attacking range

StarVie's flagship control racket does something not every round-shaped frame manages - it stays forgiving through slow, defensive rallies but wakes up with real bite when the pace increases, thanks to a rubber compound built to respond to swing speed. The layered carbon face adds attacking output most control shapes don't offer. We'd point a pure defensive player toward a softer round frame instead, but for an advanced player who wants control with a genuine ceiling, this is a serious option.

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Common questions

FAQ

What level of player is the Metheora Dual designed for?

The StarVie Metheora Dual is built for Advanced players, scoring 77/100 overall in PRR's testing.

How much does the Metheora Dual cost and where can I buy it?

The StarVie Metheora Dual is priced from €243 at TennisPoint ES. See the price comparison above for the latest deals across every retailer we track.

What shape is the Metheora Dual and what does that mean on court?

The StarVie Metheora Dual 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 Metheora Dual weigh and what's its balance?

The StarVie Metheora Dual weighs 370g with a Head-light balance.

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