adidas · 2026
Drive Light 2026
8.0padell.io scoreSpecs + 1 review source- Shape
- Round
- Weight
- 345 to 360 g
- Balance
- Even
- Core
- Eva Soft Performance
The short answer
A control racket: gentle on the arm, easy to place the ball. Less punch on smashes. Made for beginners.
Worked out from the published specs. No editorial review yet.Strong at
- Gentle on the arm
- Easy to place the ball
- Forgiving on off-centre hits
Less strong at
- Less punch on smashes
- Limited power output capabilities
How it plays
8.0
padell.io score 8.0Play 8.1 (75%) and reviews 7.8 (25%). Based on 1 review source. How we score
Control7.5High
Power3.0Low
Comfort8.5High
Handling6.0Medium
Forgiveness7.5High
Specifications
| Shape | Round |
|---|---|
| Weight | 345 to 360 g |
| Balance | Even, 255 mm |
| Face | Fiberglass |
| Core | Eva Soft Performance |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
| Head size | 519 cm² |
| Surface | Smooth |
| Handle | Not published |
| Frame | Not published |
Specs from the brand's own site · checked 23 September 2026 · Spotted a wrong spec? Tell us →
We started tracking this racket on 23 Sept. The chart appears after a week of prices.
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Questions before you buy
Is the Drive Light 2026 worth the money right now?
Today's price is labelled "Good value" 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 pricesWhat is the closest alternative?
The adidas Adipower Light 3.3 plays most alike. On paper the differences are under one point.
Compare side by side →Who should not buy it?
Skip it if you want easy power for smashes (power 3.0/10).
How heavy is it really?
The brand gives 345 to 360 g. That counts as light on our scale. Each racket can differ within that range.
Why a range? →