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Starvie Polaris

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£100

The Starvie Polaris 2026 is a beginner-oriented hybrid that prioritizes predictable ball placement and easy handling over raw pace, making it a safe and accessible entry point into the Starvie lineup.

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Starvie Polaris padel racket — hybrid shape
/100
PRR Score
Hybrid
Shape
eva-foam
Core
Even
Balance
Performance

Every metric, scored out of 100.

Value
Good68
Inside the frame

What's inside

Coreeva-foam

Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.

ShapeHybrid

Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.

BalanceEven-balance

Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.

LevelBeginner

Target player level for this racket.

Scores from around the web
Padeful
64/100
Our verdict

The Starvie Polaris 2026 is a beginner-oriented hybrid that prioritizes predictable ball placement and easy handling over raw pace, making it a safe and accessible entry point into the Starvie lineup. Its even balance and EVA core deliver a soft, dampened feel that is forgiving on the arm during long sessions, though experienced players will find it lacks the pop and precision refinement of mid-to-high tier offerings. Recreational beginners and returning players looking for confidence-building consistency will appreciate it, but the price-to-performance ratio feels slightly stretched given the competitive beginner racket market.

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We loved
  • Exceptional comfort rating (80/100) reduces arm fatigue during extended sessions
  • Strong control (75/100) with solid tolerance makes learning fundamentals easier
  • Balanced weight distribution suits beginners developing consistent swing mechanics
Worth knowing
  • Maneuverability score of 67 suggests it won't feel as snappy as lighter alternatives for advanced players
  • Power output (70/100) is modest—expect less aggressive shot-making capability compared to offensive-oriented rackets
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Price history
Price history
£109.95current best
£109.95
Current
£99.9
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£122
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£149.95
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Full specification
ShapeHybrid
BalanceEven
Core materialEva-foam
Player levelBeginner
Playing styleControl
Year2026
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