“The Wilson Blade V3 is a power-oriented teardrop aimed at beginners, but at 365g it sits on the heavier end for its target audience, making quick exchanges and net reactions noticeably laboured for newer players still developing technique.”
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Power
Control
Maneuverability
Comfort
Sweet Spot
Value
PRR Score
77PRR Score
Inside the frame
Blade V3 Specs
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Face weaveCarbon + Fibreglass
Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.
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CoreEVA
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeTeardrop
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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SurfaceCarbon + Fibreglass
The texture of the outer face.
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Weight365–375g
Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).
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BalanceEven
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
Our verdict
The Wilson Blade V3 is a power-oriented teardrop aimed at beginners, but at 365g it sits on the heavier end for its target audience, making quick exchanges and net reactions noticeably laboured for newer players still developing technique. The EVA core delivers a stiff, punchy feel that sacrifices arm comfort and touch, meaning players who rally for extended sessions may feel fatigue and lack the feedback needed to develop consistent placement. Wilson's padel pedigree remains thinner than specialist brands like Bullpadel or Nox, and at its price point you can find more refined, better-balanced beginner options that serve developing players more holistically.
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The EVA core delivers real, excellent power generation, and the teardrop shape balances that power with acceptable handling for shot-making. It's genuinely capable equipment on paper. The weight sits on the heavier end for the beginner audience this is nominally aimed at, though, making quick exchanges and net reactions noticeably laboured for newer players — control also demands good technique to place shots precisely, so this may suit an improving player better than a true beginner.
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