# adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 > Round, 360 to 375 g, even balance. Above average for comfort and forgiveness, below for power. € 176.98 delivered to the Netherlands, checked 14 Nov 2026. - URL: https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026/ - Last updated: 2026-11-11 - 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/) · [Metalbone Carbon Ctrl](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-ctrl/generations/) 2026 - **Shape**: Round - **Weight**: 360 to 375 g - **Balance**: Even - **Core**: EVA Soft Performance Lowest price **€ 176.98** at PadelShop.com · In stock · Free shipping · Checked at 04:12 (2026-11-14) Lowest in 53 days **€ 169.95** Today **€ 176.98** [Buy at PadelShop.com](https://padell.io/go/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fpadelshop.com%2Fproducts%2Fadidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026) 1. [Pace · In stock · Free shipping · Checked at 04:21 (2026-11-14) **€ 179.95**](https://padell.io/go/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fpace-shop.be%2Fproducts%2Fpadel-rackets-adidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026) 2. 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By [Ruud Caris](https://padell.io/about/) · facts checked 5 October 2026 Choose it if - you play long rallies and want the ball to go where you aim it - you like a soft core with a carbon face and want arm-friendly comfort - you already know the Carbon Ctrl 3.4 and want the same recipe in the 2026 line Skip it if - you finish points at the net and need easy power, look at the diamond adidas Metalbone Carbon 2026 instead - quick reactions and fast volleys decide your matches, the 360 to 375 g weight works against you - you are an early intermediate, the heavy 360 to 375 g window will tire your wrist ## How it plays 8.5 **padell.io score 8.5** Play 8.6 (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**: 8.0 above average▲ - **Power**: 4.0 below average▼ - **Comfort**: 7.5 above average▲ - **Handling**: 5.0 around average● - **Forgiveness**: 7.5 above average▲ - **Line = the average of all rackets**: ▲ above ▼ below On paper this is a control racket that leans on softness and shape rather than punch. - **Control** The round head, even balance and soft core all point the same way: placement first, and the meter reads High. - **Power** The soft EVA and round shape give back little free pace, so smashes depend on your own arm speed and the meter reads Low. - **Comfort** EVA Soft Performance under 6K carbon reads High on comfort, though the weight trims it back a little. - **Handling** This is the weak reading on paper: heavy for a round racket, so quick volleys and late reactions ask more of your wrist. - **Forgiveness** Round shape and soft core both widen the hitting zone, and the meter reads High, though court testers do not all agree. ## Specifications - **Launched**: 2026 The newest version of this racket - **Shape**: Round [Big sweet spot low in the face: control and margin](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-shapes/) - **Weight**: 360 to 375 g Average: not tiring, stable enough - **Balance**: Even according to the brand, 260 mm Even: quick at the net, enough in the smash - **Face**: 6K carbon Soft carbon: more feel and easier ball exit - **Core**: EVA Soft Performance Soft: comfort and ball exit, less control at high speed - **Thickness**: 38 mm The maximum the rules allow - **Head size**: 485 cm² - **Surface**: Spin Blade Decal Rough: helps with spin - **Frame**: Octagonal Structure Not published by the brand: handle 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%20Metalbone%20Carbon%20Ctrl%202026) ## Video reviews 10 videos from independent channels and shops ### What 9 video reviewers say 7 played it on court, 2 discuss the specs Often mentioned **Plus points** - Easy to handle *6 of 9* - Good control *5 of 9* - Comfortable, little vibration *3 of 9* - Good in defence *2 of 9* - Lots of power *2 of 9* - Large sweet spot *2 of 9* - Good at the net *2 of 9* **Minus points** - Lacks power *4 of 9* - Harder to handle *3 of 9* - Small sweet spot *3 of 9* - Demanding, needs good technique *2 of 9* Summaries by padell.io, based on what each reviewer says in the video. Tap a time to watch that moment. Discusses the specs The reviewer describes the racket as a high performance tool designed for precision and control. It is well suited for intermediate players who prefer a defensive game and longer rallies over raw power. Tested on court The reviewer finds the racket offers excellent agility and maneuverability from the back of the court. It provides a comfortable feel that allows for extended play without causing arm fatigue. Tested on court The reviewer highlights the racket's solid control and reduced rebound effect compared to other adidas models. It is a demanding racket that requires good technique to hit the sweet spot effectively. It is well suited for players seeking a firm feel and good ball speed in attacking situations. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket offers good control and handling, especially in defensive situations and at the net. It requires a more precise strike to get the best performance, as the sweet spot is quite centered and small. It is a suitable choice for intermediate to advanced players who prefer a more direct feel. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket to be a well-balanced and agile option that does not vibrate. It offers good control and is suitable for players who prioritize precision and maneuverability over raw power. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket offers excellent control and is very easy to handle. It is well suited for defensive players who enjoy controlling the pace of the game, although it lacks power for attacking shots. ## Every version [Compare all versions →](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-ctrl/generations/) [2024 · Other version · € 131.90](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-ctrl-3-3/) [2025 · Same specs · € 156.00](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-ctrl-3-4/) 2026 · This racket · € 176.98 The Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 is the third year of the same racket. Every published spec is identical across the 3.3 (2024), the 3.4 (2025) and this 2026 model. Round shape, even balance, EVA Soft Performance core, 6K carbon face, 38 mm frame, 360 to 375 g. The 3.3 listed Pol Hernandez as the associated player. For the 3.4 and the 2026, that field is simply not published. Nothing else changed on paper. The practical advice: choose between them on finish and year label, not on specs. If you already play the 3.4, there is no measured reason to switch to the 2026. ## Price history Today **€ 176.98** Lowest in 30 days **€ 169.95** vs 30-day average **0%** Lowest price per day across the shops in your market. Checked every night. ## What reviewers say No written reviews are published yet, but three video reviews cover this racket, and two of them played it. Dani 13 tested it on court and calls it demanding. Solid control and reduced rebound compared to other adidas models, but a sweet spot that requires good technique. Padel Reviews also tested it and reports the opposite experience. A very large sweet spot, comfortable slow shots and extra speed on smashes, though it felt heavier than expected and short on maneuverability. Nmscontrolpadel did not play it and reads the specs as technical and punishing on off-center hits. The disagreement is about forgiveness. Court testers split on the sweet spot, while everyone agrees the racket favours control over easy power. The adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 has the same published specs as the [Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.3](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-ctrl-3-3/) from 2024. Every field matches, from the 6K carbon face to the 360 to 375 g weight window. That is worth saying first, because it changes how you should shop for it. ## Three model years, one spec sheet Adidas lists this line as Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.3 for 2024, 3.4 for 2025 and now Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026. Compare the published specs side by side. You find the same [round shape](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-shapes/) and the same EVA Soft Performance core. The same 6K carbon face, the same 38 mm frame, the same [weight range](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-weight-range/), the same even balance label. Nothing measured has changed. What does that mean for you? The older 3.4 is the same racket under another label. If you like the sound of this one, compare the two on padell.io before you decide which to buy. And if a shop tells you the 2026 version plays differently, no published spec supports that claim. The Metalbone family Same year, from most power (left) to most control (right) [**HRD+**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-hrd/) [**Reserve**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-reserve-2026/) [**Pro Edt Ale Galán**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-pro-edt-2026-racket-ale-galan/) [**Ale Galán**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-2026-ale-galan/) [**Carbon**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-2026/) [**Team**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-team-2026/) [**Superlight**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-superlight-2026/) **Carbon Ctrl** [**Ctrl**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-ctrl/) [**Team Zidane**](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-team-zidane/) ## Round, even, 360 to 375 g: the control recipe adidas keeps reissuing The shape is round, the balance is even, and a retailer lists the balance point at 260 mm. All three pull the racket toward control. On paper, that means a racket built for placement over pace. You direct the rally. The racket follows your intentions rather than adding its own ideas. Adidas calls the level Professional and a retailer lists the player profile as Control. Both labels fit the numbers. This is not a racket that wins points for you. It puts the ball where you aim and asks you to do the rest. ## EVA Soft Performance under 6K carbon: why comfort reads High and power reads Low The core is EVA Soft Performance, a soft foam, and the face is 6K carbon. Soft foam absorbs impact and gives a longer contact time. That is why the comfort meter reads High and why your elbow and wrist get an easier ride than with a hard core. The same softness explains the Low power reading. Soft foam returns less energy on a full swing. Add the round shape, which also favours control over pace, and you get a racket where smash speed comes from your technique, not from the materials. Adidas says the octagonal frame structure reduces torsion. More precise shots, says the brand. The product page also claims a solid, responsive feel with enhanced stability. Treat those as brand claims, not measurements. ## Two court tests, two different sweet spots There are no full written reviews yet, but three video reviews have covered this racket, and two of them played it on court. They disagree on the most interesting point. Dani 13 tested it on court and calls it demanding. Solid control, less rebound than other [adidas](https://padell.io/brands/adidas/) models. But a sweet spot that asks for good technique. Padel Reviews, also a court test, found the opposite. A very large sweet spot, comfortable slow shots, extra speed on smashes. But heavier than expected and short on maneuverability. Nmscontrolpadel, speaking from the specs without a court test, says the round shape actually reduces the sweet spot and that off-center hits get punished. The spec-based meter here reads sweet spot High. So the honest summary is this: the design suggests a forgiving racket, but on court your mileage may vary with your level. ## Heavy for a round racket: what the maneuverability meter warns about The weight window is 360 to 375 g. That is heavy for a round control racket, and the maneuverability meter reads Low partly because of it. In practice: fast exchanges at the net and late defensive flicks cost more wrist than they would in a lighter frame. What can you do about it? Aim for the bottom of the range, near 360 g, when you pick your racket. And if quick handling matters more to you than stability, the lighter [adidas Metalbone Ctrl](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-ctrl/) 2026, at 345 to 360 g, is the listed sibling to look at. Note its comfort meter reads Low, so you give up softness for that lighter swing. ## Metalbone Carbon Ctrl, Adipower Carbon CTRL 3.4 or Cross IT Carbon CTRL: the near-twins from the same brand Adidas sells two other rackets with the same meters as this one. The [Adipower Carbon CTRL 3.4](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026-vs-adidas-adipower-carbon-ctrl-3-4/) shares every published spec except the face: 3K carbon instead of 6K. The [Cross IT Carbon CTRL](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-carbon-ctrl/) 3.4 matches on everything published, 6K face included. On paper, the differences between these three are smaller than their names suggest. So the real decision is not which control adidas, but whether you want this recipe at all. If yes, the older [Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.4](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-ctrl-3-4/) is the same racket too. If you want more punch, look at the diamond [Metalbone Carbon 2026](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-carbon-2026/) instead. 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 Adipower Ctrl 3.3](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/adipower-ctrl-3-3/) · 8.8 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026-vs-adidas-adipower-ctrl-3-3/) [adidas Adipower Carbon CTRL 3.4](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/adipower-carbon-ctrl-3-4/) · 7.8 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026-vs-adidas-adipower-carbon-ctrl-3-4/) [adidas Cross IT Carbon CTRL](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/cross-it-carbon-ctrl-67/) · 7.8 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026-vs-adidas-cross-it-carbon-ctrl-67/) [Dunlop Galaxy](https://padell.io/rackets/dunlop/galaxy/) · 7.7 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026-vs-dunlop-galaxy/) [All rackets that play like the adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 →](https://padell.io/alternatives/?r=25) ## Questions before you buy **Is the Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 2026 different from the 3.4?** Not on paper. Every published spec, from the EVA Soft Performance core to the 360 to 375 g weight window, is identical between the 3.4 and the 2026. The change is the name, not the measured specs. **What level do you need for this racket?** Adidas labels it Professional, and one video review without a court test calls it demanding and technical. The heavy weight and Low power reading mean you bring your own pace. That is the picture the published information gives. **Metalbone Carbon Ctrl or Metalbone Carbon 2026?** Same weight window and same 6K carbon, but the Carbon 2026 is a diamond with head-heavy balance: High power, Low control and a smaller sweet spot on the meters. Pick the Ctrl for placement, the diamond for finishing. **Is it comfortable for a sensitive elbow?** The soft EVA core and 6K carbon face give a High comfort reading, which helps. But the 360 to 375 g weight works against you over long sessions, so the light end of the range is the sensible pick if your arm complains. **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. See all prices **What is the closest alternative?** The adidas Adipower Ctrl 3.3 plays most alike. Differences: power +1.0. Today: € 154.00. [Compare side by side →](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-carbon-ctrl-2026-vs-adidas-adipower-ctrl-3-3/) **Who should not buy it?** Skip it if you want easy power for smashes (power 4.0/10). **How heavy is it really?** The brand gives 360 to 375 g. That counts as medium. Each racket can differ within that range. [Why a range? →](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-weight-range/)