adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026
adidas · 2026

Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026

8.5padell.io scoreSpecs + 2 review sources
Shape
Round
Weight
360 to 375 g
Balance
Even
Core
Eva Soft Performance
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What is your level?

The short answer

A control racket: easy to place the ball, gentle on the arm. Less punch on smashes. Made for advanced players.

Worked out from the published specs. No editorial review yet.

Strong at

  • Easy to place the ball
  • Gentle on the arm
  • Forgiving on off-centre hits

Less strong at

  • Less punch on smashes
  • Moderate power generation
  • Moderate power generation

How it plays

8.5
padell.io score 8.5Play 8.4 (75%) and reviews 8.6 (25%). Based on 2 review sources. How we score
Control8.0High
Power3.0Low
Comfort8.0High
Handling5.0Low
Forgiveness8.0High

Specifications

ShapeRound
Weight360 to 375 g
BalanceEven, 260 mm
FaceCarbon 6K
CoreEva Soft Performance
Thickness38 mm
Head size485 cm²
SurfaceSpin Blade Decal
Handle455 Mm
FrameOctagonal Structure

Specs from the brand's own site · checked 23 September 2026 · Spotted a wrong spec? Tell us →

Video reviews

3 videos from independent channels and shops

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 Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 worth the money right now?

Today's price is labelled "Pricey today" 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.

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What is the closest alternative?

The adidas Adipower Ctrl 3.3 plays most alike. On paper the differences are under one point. Today: € 154.00.

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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 360 to 375 g. That counts as medium on our scale. Each racket can differ within that range.

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