adidas Rx Series 2026 vs adidas Adipower Ctrl 3.3

The verdict

Choose the Adipower Ctrl 3.3 if you want more power and control. The Rx Series 2026 does nothing clearly better on paper.

Rx Series 2026
No clear edge

On paper it does nothing clearly better than the other.

Adipower Ctrl 3.3Highest score
Pick this one for
  • Power+2.0
  • Control+1.0

Neither is sold to Netherlands by the shops on padell.io.

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How they play

From the Rx Series 2026 to the Adipower Ctrl 3.3: more power, more control.

Controlmore control7.58.5
Powermore power2.04.0
Comforta bit less comfort8.58.0
Handlingabout the same5.05.0
Forgivenessa bit more forgiveness7.58.0

Rx Series 2026Adipower Ctrl 3.3Line = the average of all rackets

Where the specs differ

Launched
2026
2024
Face
Fiberglass
Carbon 3K
Head size
499 cm²
460 cm²
Surface
Smart Holes Lineal
3D relief
Handle
455 Mm
Not published
Frame
Not published
Carbon Fiber 3K
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Shape
Round
Round
Weight
360 to 375 g
360 to 375 g
Balance
Even according to the brand
Even according to the brand
Core
Eva Soft Performance
EVA Soft Performance
Thickness
38 mm
38 mm

Reviews and videos

Padelzoom

Rates the Adipower Ctrl 3.3 higher: 8.4 against 7.1.

Rx Series 20267.1Best for: Players seeking balanced racket with moderate control and powerRead the review
Adipower Ctrl 3.38.4Best for: Control-focused players seeking confidence at baselineRead the review

Or a third racket in between

HeadGravity Pro 2024

Sits between the two on paper: more control than the Rx Series 2026.