Babolat Stima Vita vs StarVie Nyra

StarVie · 2026Nyra
8.8padell.io score
€ 79.95at Pádel Ibérico · Free shipping

The verdict

Choose the Stima Vita if you want more power, the Nyra if you want more control, handling and comfort.

Stima Vita
Pick this one for
  • Power+1.0
NyraHighest score
Pick this one for
  • Control+2.0
  • Handling+1.5
  • Comfort+1.0

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

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How they play

From the Stima Vita to the Nyra: more control, more handling, less power, more comfort.

Controlmore control7.09.0
Powerless power2.01.0
Comfortmore comfort8.09.0
Handlingmore handling7.59.0
Forgivenessabout the same7.57.5

Stima VitaNyraLine = the average of all rackets

Where the specs differ

Launched
2025
2026
Weight
345 g
340 to 355 g
Balance
Head-light according to the brand, 265 mm
Head-light according to the brand
Core
EVA
Super Flex
Thickness
38 mm
Not published
Surface
Not published
Rough
Frame
Hybrid
T-Carbon
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Shape
Round
Round
Face
Fiberglass
Fiberglass

Reviews and videos

padel.how

Rates the Nyra higher: 7.4 against 6.8.

Stima Vita6.8Best for: Beginners and recreational players prioritizing defense, sweet spot, and comfortRead the review
Nyra7.4Best for: Beginners seeking light control and defensive capability over powerRead the review

Or a third racket in between

HeadOne Ultralight 2025

Better where both are weak: power 3 against 2 and 1, and otherwise close to the two.

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