adidas Cross IT 3.4 vs Bullpadel Hack 04 26

The verdict

Choose the Cross IT 3.4 if you want more power, the Hack 04 26 if you want more handling and control.

Cross IT 3.4Highest score
Pick this one for
  • Power+1.5
Hack 04 26
Pick this one for
  • Handling+2.0
  • Control+1.5

Same price in Netherlands, so the one that suits how you play is the better buy.

Still in doubt? The racket finder checks both against your level, side and arm. Open the racket finder →

How they play

From the Cross IT 3.4 to the Hack 04 26: more handling, more control, less power.

Controlmore control4.05.5
Powerless power10.08.5
Comforta bit more comfort3.54.0
Handlingmore handling2.04.0
Forgivenessabout the same3.53.5

Cross IT 3.4Hack 04 26Line = the average of all rackets

Where the specs differ

Launched
2025
2026
Weight
360 to 375 g
365 to 375 g
Balance
Head-heavy according to the brand
Slightly head-heavy according to the brand, 260 mm
Face
Carbon Aluminized 15K
Tricarbon 18K
Core
EVA High Memory
MultiEVA
Head size
Not published
522 cm²
Surface
3D Finish
3D Grain
Show all specs (2 the same)
Shape
Diamond
Diamond
Thickness
38 mm
38 mm

Reviews and videos

No review site has tested both yet. Reviews of the Cross IT 3.4: 0. Of the Hack 04 26: 0.

Often mentioned in video reviews

Cross IT 3.43 videos
  • Good spin 2×
Hack 04 26

No summarised videos yet.

Or a third racket in between

BabolatAir Viper 2.6

Better where both are weak: handling 5.5 against 2 and 4, and otherwise close to the two.

Was this page useful?