# adidas Cross IT Light 3.4 > Round, 345 to 360 g, even balance. Above average for handling and forgiveness, below for power. € 180.00 delivered to the Netherlands, checked 14 Nov 2026. - URL: https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-light-3-4/ - Last updated: 2026-11-12 - Author: [Ruud Caris](https://padell.io/about/) - Language: en - Site: padell.io (https://padell.io/) Shop links go through padell.io/go/ (affiliate links: padell.io may earn a commission, which never affects scores). Prices include shipping to the Netherlands unless stated otherwise, and change daily. --- [Rackets](https://padell.io/rackets/) · [adidas](https://padell.io/brands/adidas/) · [Cross IT Light](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-light/generations/) 2025 - **Shape**: Round - **Weight**: 345 to 360 g - **Balance**: Even - **Core**: EVA Soft Energy Lowest price **€ 180.00** at All for Padel · In stock · Free shipping · Checked at 05:35 (2026-11-14) Lowest in 53 days **€ 75.00** Today **€ 180.00** [Buy at All for Padel](https://padell.io/go/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fallforpadel.com%2Fen%2Fpadel-rackets%2F7764-adidas-cross-it-light-34-racket-marta-ortega-8435739402887.html) Prices include shipping to the country you choose. [How padell.io earns money](https://padell.io/how-we-earn-money/) The short answer The adidas Cross IT Light 3.4 is a round, even-balance racket weighing 345 to 360 g, with a soft EVA core under 24K carbon. Four video reviewers found it easy to handle, and three called the sweet spot large or wide. The catch: one reviewer missed power on smashes and another missed inertia and weight. It suits players who build points with control. By [Ruud Caris](https://padell.io/about/) · facts checked 14 October 2026 Choose it if - you want high control and can live with low power - you want a racket that is quick to bring around at the net and in defence - you like a round shape and want a wide, forgiving hitting zone Skip it if - you want more weight and inertia behind your shots, in which case the 360 g Stiga ACE 3 is worth a look, though its power meter also reads low - you want the most agile option, because the Stiga ACE 3 LW rates higher for maneuverability - you are a complete beginner and prefer a racket the brand labels Beginner, such as the Tecnifibre Wall Master 355, since this one is labelled Professional ## How it plays 8.6 **padell.io score 8.6** Play 8.7 (60%) and reviews 8.4 (40%). No independent reviews found yet, so that part starts low. [How the score works](https://padell.io/how-we-score/) - **Control**: 8.5 above average▲ - **Power**: 4.5 below average▼ - **Comfort**: 6.0 around average● - **Handling**: 6.0 above average▲ - **Forgiveness**: 7.5 above average▲ - **Line = the average of all rackets**: ▲ above ▼ below On paper this is a control racket that asks for little effort and gives little back on power. - **Control** The round shape, even balance and soft core all point towards high control, and several video reviewers described good control. - **Power** Power reads low, one reviewer said smashes lack power and another missed inertia and weight, though one found power good. - **Comfort** The soft EVA core helps, while the stiff carbon face holds comfort at a medium level. - **Handling** The round shape and even balance give medium maneuverability, yet reviewers called it easy to handle because of the low weight. - **Forgiveness** The sweet spot reads high, and three of four reviewers called it large or wide. ## Specifications - **Launched**: 2025 Newer version from 2026 - **Shape**: Round [Big sweet spot low in the face: control and margin](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-shapes/) - **Weight**: 345 to 360 g Light: quick in the hand, less mass behind the ball - **Balance**: Even according to the brand Even: quick at the net, enough in the smash - **Face**: Carbon Aluminized 24K Stiff: precise and powerful at speed, less damping - **Core**: EVA Soft Energy Soft: comfort and ball exit, less control at high speed - **Thickness**: 38 mm The maximum the rules allow - **Surface**: Spin Blade Mold Rough: helps with spin - **Handle**: Power Extra Grip Not published by the brand: head size, frame Specs from the brand's own site · checked 23 September 2026 · [Spotted a wrong spec? Report it →](https://padell.io/contact/?topic=correction&racket=adidas%20Cross%20IT%20Light%203.4) ## Video reviews 7 videos from independent channels and shops ### What 6 video reviewers say 6 played it on court Often mentioned **Plus points** - Easy to handle *5 of 6* - Good control *3 of 6* - Large sweet spot *3 of 6* - Versatile *2 of 6* **Minus points** - Lacks power *4 of 6* - Weaker overheads *2 of 6* - Small sweet spot *2 of 6* Summaries by padell.io, based on what each reviewer says in the video. Tap a time to watch that moment. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket to be very manoeuvrable due to its low weight and easy to handle. It offers good control and power, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced players who prefer a lighter racket. Tested on court The reviewer describes this racket as having a soft feel and being very easy to handle due to its low weight. It features a large, well-centered sweet spot that makes it easy to control the ball, particularly in defensive situations and volleys. It is a suitable choice for players who prioritize comfort and manoeuvrability over raw power. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket to be very manageable and agile, offering a significant improvement over the previous year's model. It is particularly well suited for female players and right-side male players who prioritize comfort and ease of use. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket offers excellent control and is very easy to handle, especially during aerial play. It is better suited for defensive play than for aggressive attacking shots, as it lacks significant power. Tested on court The reviewer found this racket to be surprisingly soft despite its stiff specifications. It offers solid power and good maneuverability, making it suitable for a variety of players, even those without perfect technique. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket very comfortable and easy to control, especially in defensive situations. It is well suited for intermediate to advanced players who prioritize control over raw power. ## Every version [Compare all versions →](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-light/generations/) [2024 · Different specs · € 159.90](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-light-72/) 2025 · This racket · € 180.00 [2026 · Different specs · € 176.98](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-light/) Against the 3.3 from 2024, the only listed change is the surface, from Spin Blade to Spin Blade Mold. Balance, core, face, shape, thickness, weight range, level and the pro player are the same. Treat it as a changed label, not a measured change. A 2026 [Cross IT Light](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-light/) is listed under Martita Ortega rather than Marta Ortega and is probably a different model, so do not read it as a version story. If you find a 3.3, expect close to the same racket. ## Price history Today **€ 180.00** Lowest in 30 days **€ 75.00** vs 30-day average **+69%** Lowest price per day across the shops in your market. Checked every night. ## What reviewers say All four reviews come from video channels that played the racket on court: Padel Test by Roberto Cardi, Padel Chiquito, Zona de Pádel and Padel Review. No written reviews or ratings are listed yet. Most agree on ease of handling, and several mention control, especially in defence and at the net. They differ on power. Cardi found good power and control. Padel Chiquito said smashes lack power, and Padel Review missed inertia and weight. On the sweet spot, three called it wide or large, while Padel Review found it slightly smaller than expected. Zona de Pádel noted that the ball can get trapped if hit flat. Four video reviewers played the adidas Cross IT Light 3.4, and three of them described the sweet spot as large or wide. That is the first thing to know about this racket. It is built for ease, not for force. ## Wide sweet spot, little finishing power: where four video reviews agree and split Most reviewers described a racket that is easy to handle. Several added comfort and control, especially in defence and at the net. One called it highly recommended for players who want comfort and control. They split on power. A video review from Padel Test by Roberto Cardi found good power and control together. Padel Chiquito said it lacks significant power for smashes. Padel Review missed some inertia and weight. So treat power as the open question. If you hit flat and hard, expect to do the work yourself. The sweet spot also divides them, though less. Three called it wide or large. One found it slightly smaller than expected. Zona de Pádel added a small warning: the ball can get trapped if you hit it flat. ## Professional on the label, light in the hand: what 345 to 360 g asks of an advanced arm The brand labels the racket Professional. It lists the weight as 345 to 360 g. The racket is 455 mm long and 38 mm thick, and the handle is called Power Extra Grip. The brand associates it with Marta Ortega. Here the label and the reviews do not line up neatly. The video reviewers pointed at intermediate to advanced players who like a lighter racket. One said it suits female players and right-side male players who want comfort and ease. That is their view, not a fact about the racket. A Professional tag says little about how hard the racket is to play. The profile meters and the reviews suggest a forgiving one. The lower weight is the likely reason for the agility. It may also be behind the complaint about power. Less mass behind the ball means you supply more of the speed. One reviewer said high overhead shots take effort. ## Soft Energy core under 24K carbon: why control and sweet spot read High and power Low The core is EVA Soft Energy. The face is Carbon Aluminized 24K. The pairing explains the meters. A soft core raises control, comfort and sweet spot size. It also lowers power, because it gives the ball less spring. The carbon face works the other way: it adds some power and takes a little comfort away. The [round shape](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-shapes/) pushes control and sweet spot up and power down. The even balance adds to control. The result is a racket that rates high for control and sweet spot, low for power and medium for comfort. One reviewer listed a slightly soft feel as a drawback. The product page makes bigger claims. It says the hole layout improves rigidity and power. It also says the racket balances a rigid surface for power with a soft touch. Those are marketing claims. The reviews do not confirm extra power. ## Spin Blade Mold: the one label that moved against the 3.3 The 3.3 from 2024 lists the same balance, core, face, shape, thickness and [weight range](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-weight-range/) as this racket. The surface changed from Spin Blade to Spin Blade Mold. That is a different label on the sheet, and no source here measures what it does on court. One video review said the ball exit is improved compared to the previous year's model. Read that as one reviewer's impression. If you own a 3.3, the specs give you no strong reason to expect a different racket. The Cross family Same year, from most power (left) to most control (right) [**IT 3.4**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-3-4/) [**IT Carbon**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-carbon-maxi-arce/) [**IT Team**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-team/) [**IT CTRL 3.4**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-ctrl-3-4/) **IT Light 3.4** [**IT Carbon CTRL**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-carbon-ctrl-67/) ## Cross IT Light 3.4 next to the Stiga ACE 3 LW and the Tecnifibre Wall Master 355 The [Stiga ACE 3 LW](https://padell.io/rackets/stiga/ace-3-lw/) has the same profile on control, power, comfort and sweet spot. It differs in one meter: maneuverability is high there, medium here. It weighs 350 g, is labelled Intermediate and has a medium balance. The [Tecnifibre Wall Master 355](https://padell.io/rackets/tecnifibre/wall-master-355/) is another round, low-power, high-control racket. It is a fixed 355 g, with an EVA core, a graphite face and a Beginner label. All three share the same control-first profile on the meters. ## Missing numbers: balance point, head size and frame material The balance is labelled Even, but the figure in mm is not published. Head size in cm2 is not published either. Neither is the frame material, or a weight system. That matters, because the even label alone cannot tell you how close it sits to head-light or head-heavy. If these details decide your purchase, check the racket in your hand before you commit. Written by **[Ruud Caris](https://padell.io/about/)** Padel player and founder of padell.io Bought, played and sold more rackets than was good for him, and built padell.io to bring it all together. [About padell.io →](https://padell.io/about/) ## Similar rackets [adidas Metalbone Ctrl 3.4](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-ctrl-3-4/) · 8.5 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-ctrl-3-4-vs-adidas-cross-it-light-3-4/) [adidas Metalbone Ctrl](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-ctrl/) · 8.5 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-ctrl-vs-adidas-cross-it-light-3-4/) [adidas Metalbone Ctrl 3.3](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-ctrl-3-3/) · 8.6 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-ctrl-3-3-vs-adidas-cross-it-light-3-4/) [Stiga ACE 3 LW](https://padell.io/rackets/stiga/ace-3-lw/) · 8.0 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-cross-it-light-3-4-vs-stiga-ace-3-lw/) [All rackets that play like the adidas Cross IT Light 3.4 →](https://padell.io/alternatives/?r=90) ## Questions before you buy **Is the adidas Cross IT Light 3.4 a good racket for beginners?** The brand labels it Professional. The video reviewers described it as easy to handle and aimed it at intermediate to advanced players. No source tested it with beginners. **How does it differ from the 3.3?** The only listed change is the surface, from Spin Blade to Spin Blade Mold. All other listed specs are the same. One video review calls the ball exit improved on the previous year's model. **Is it a powerful racket?** Not on paper. The meters read low for power. One video reviewer said smashes lack power and another missed inertia and weight. One reviewer did find good power, so opinions differ. **How does it compare with the Stiga ACE 3 LW?** The meters match except maneuverability, which is high on the Stiga and medium here. The Stiga is labelled Intermediate and weighs 350 g. **Is the Cross IT Light 3.4 worth the money right now?** Today's price is labelled "Fair price" compared with the rackets that play most alike. Which shops deliver, and what shipping costs, depends on your country. The price comparison shows it for yours. See all prices **What is the closest alternative?** The adidas Metalbone Ctrl 3.4 plays most alike. On paper the differences are under one point. Today: € 191.90. [Compare side by side →](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-ctrl-3-4-vs-adidas-cross-it-light-3-4/) **Who should not buy it?** Skip it if you want easy power for smashes (power 4.5/10). **How heavy is it really?** The brand gives 345 to 360 g. That counts as light. Each racket can differ within that range. [Why a range? →](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-weight-range/)