Bullpadel XPLO 25 vs Dunlop FX Hybrid

The verdict

Choose the XPLO 25 if you want more handling and control, the FX Hybrid if you want more power.

XPLO 25Highest score
Pick this one for
  • Handling+2.0
  • Control+1.5
FX Hybrid
Pick this one for
  • Power+1.5

Better buy now: the XPLO 25. It plays at least as well on paper and costs € 51.00 less in Netherlands.

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How they play

From the XPLO 25 to the FX Hybrid: less handling, less control, more power.

Controlless control7.05.5
Powermore power6.58.0
Comforta bit less comfort5.04.5
Handlingless handling4.52.5
Forgivenessabout the same5.05.0

XPLO 25FX HybridLine = the average of all rackets

Where the specs differ

Launched
2025
Not published
Shape
Geometric
Hybrid
Weight
365 to 375 g
365 g
Balance
Head-heavy according to the brand, 265 mm
Head-heavy according to the brand
Face
X-Tend Carbon 12K
Carbon 12k
Core
Multieva
Eva Pro
Thickness
38 mm
Not published
Head size
535 cm²
Not published
Surface
3D Rough
3d, Rough

Reviews and videos

No review site has tested both yet. Reviews of the XPLO 25: 0. Of the FX Hybrid: 0.

Or a third racket in between

BabolatAir Veron 2.6

Better where both are weak: handling 5.5 against 4.5 and 2.5, and otherwise close to the two.