Best Padel Rackets for 2025 chosen by our padel experts

Here at pdhsports.com, we live and breathe padel. We can spot a new racket design from two courts away and we spend more hours than the boss would like on the pdh practice wall trying to perfect our ultimate bandeja.

Because we're players like you are, we know that the right padel racket isn't just about the brand, it's about finding 'the one' that feels perfect for your game - from the moment you pick it up to the last point of the match.

That's why we put in the hard yards every year, testing out the latest and greatest padel rackets on the market. We've smashed, volleyed and defended our way through the best rackets from every major manufacturer to bring you our honest, personal reviews.

Whether you're a beginner looking for a forgiving racket to learn the ropes, a seasoned veteran who craves power, or a tactical genius who lives for control, we've got you covered with these Top ten padel Rackets of 2025.

Of course, we stock dozens of other models that tick the boxes for individual player styles. This guide is a great place to start: if you want to explore padel rackets in more depth, we recommend following our Instagram channel for in-depth racket tests by us and our pro padel ambassadors. Trust us: we're on it with all the latest rackets as soon as they're released.

Let's get to it with the 2025 Padel Racket Top 10...

Best for power

You've got all the power here, with one of the most punchy rackets on the market, used by the King of Padel, Arturo Coello. Based on the HEAD Delta Pro, this racket has a head heavy balance and diamond head shape to give you maximum power on your overhead, attacking shots. The upgraded Power Foam boost extra power, whilst the Auxetic 2.0 dampens any unwanted hitting vibrations.

Reasons to buy: You're a power crazy big hitter when it comes to padel!

Reasons not to buy: You're an all rounder or still discovering your preferred play style. Why not check out the HEAD Coello Vibe ?

Best for intermediate players

One of our pdhsports.com bestsellers, everything adds up in the Dunlop Aero-Star for intermediate players. With a diamond head shape this racket offers great power. The Hyper Gryp layers on the face give a rough finish, helping to generate more spin - and more challenge for your opponent - on every shot. If you like to stay nimble, this padel racket is available in a lighter version.

Reasons to buy: You're building your padel game and want a racket that handles well in every situation.

Reasons not to buy: If you prefer a more controlled game. Check out the Dunlop Galactica range.

Best seller for advanced players

We love the updated Bullpadel Vertex 05 26 because it hits a sweet spot for many experienced players: it's a technically advanced, premium padel racket that offers incredible power with a softer feeling face, for optimal playability. The textured surface gives great spin potential in the hands of a skilful player.

Reasons to buy: You're looking for a premium racket that's powerful and gives endurance through a fast-paced match.

Reasons not to buy: If this is beyond your budget, check out the Bullpadel BP10 Evo - a better choice for improving players in our view.

For the control-focused advanced player

This padel racket is a great choice for the advanced player looking for incredible accuracy and control. The technical features are impressive: an 12k carbon face and HS3black EVA fibre give this racket a satisfying hitting feel, whilst the textured surface places your spin shots with a precision edge.

Reasons to buy: You're an advanced player looking for maximum precision.

Reasons not to buy: You're looking for a control racket that's slightly more forgiving for an improving player. Try the Nox VK10 Ventus 12K Padel Racket.

For the control-focused intermediate player

With the largest sweet spot in the Babolat range, the Counter Veron is a great choice if you're on a mission to improve by playing a varied game. The Vibrasorb technology reduces hitting vibrations, so you can carry on playing for longer. There's also a softer version, the Counter Vertuo, or a harder version in the Counter Viper, depending on the feel you prefer in matchplay.

Reasons to buy: You're looking for a high quality, all-round racket that performs on every shot.

Reasons not to buy: You're more of an attacking player. Go for a more powerful, diamond head shaped racket in this range: we recommend the Babolat Technical Viper 2.5.

Best value

Looking for a great racket to get into padel and develop your individual game? The Wilson Optix V1 padel racket delivers at an impressive price. With a large, round head shape, this racket will flatter your game and help you build confidence. The fibreglass frame gives a comfortable feel without being too stiff on your arm. Also available in Black.

Reasons to buy: You're just getting into padel and looking for a quality racket that's great value for money.

Reasons not to buy: You've put in the work to improve your padel game and you're ready for a more refined racket. Why not check out the Wilson Blade V3 padel racket for a step up in technical features?

Best all-round playability

Many rackets claim to do it all. We love the the Air Veron because it really delivers on every aspect of game play for the intermediate players among us. With a teardrop head shape and even balance, this racket offers the perfect combination of power and control. The 3D Spin surface gives you great grip on the ball for highly effective spin.
The Technical Veron is a similar style, for players who favour more power. If your strength is in control, consider the Counter Veron .

Reasons to buy: You've committed to take your padel to the next level and you want an upgraded racket at a mid price point.

Reasons not to buy: You're new to the game and want a capable, all-round racket to get started. Check out the slightly less sophisticated Babolat Contact.

Most technologically advanced

Padel racket nerds queue here! The Adidas Metalbone 3.4 is a flagship, precision-built racket, designed for advanced players who know how to make the most of its technical features. It has a customisable weight and balance system to suit your strategy for every opponent and match. Spin Blade technology adds extra grip to the ball for devastating spin, while the aluminised carbon surface lets you pump out serious power. (For precision-loving technical players, consider the Metalbone HRD 3.4 which is built with harder performance rubber.)

Reasons to buy: You're a strong, confident player who understands the nuances of the game and seeks a top level racket to max your potential.

Reasons not to buy: You're looking for a high tech racket that's easier to use and you don't require the most subtle features. We're pointing you instead to the Adidas RX.

Best starter racket

Arguably the most important racket you'll ever buy - you need to get into the game with a quality piece of equipment that gives you a great first playing experience, but you're not ready to invest too hard until you're sure if padel is for you. (Trust us, you very soon will be hooked!) With a generously sized hitting surface and even balance, the Siux Beat Hybrid Air is the ideal choice. Its low-density EVA rubber offers a superb hitting feel and allows you to control the ball easily. Also available is the Beat Control and Hybrid 2.

Reasons to buy: You're looking for your first racket to start you comfortably on your padel journey.

Reasons not to buy: You're happy to spend more on something which will last you even longer as you improve at the game. Try the Babolat Counter Origin (we also love how this stands out on court!)

Best for arm-friendly power

Building on the success of the Xplo 25, the second generation of Xplo racket bring the same great feel with further advanced technologies. The Xplo Comfort is, unsurprisingly, designed for comfort, and we love the effortless feel in play. It uses a Fibrix fibre in the outer core to offer a softer hitting feel and maximum power. But it's not a soft option when it comes to performance: the new Geoshape design offers explosive power by distributing the weight for increased racket inertia.

Reasons to buy: You're looking for a powerful racket that offers incredible playability all day long.

Reasons not to buy: You're looking to increase the precision in your game and are willing to sacrifice a little comfort. The Bullpadel Hack 04 Hybrid is a great option.