adidas Metalbone Ctrl 3.2 2023: true to its name

Name: adidas Metalbone Ctrl 3.2 2023
Brand: adidas
Availability: InStock

The short answer

A control racket: easy to place the ball, forgiving when you hit off-centre. Made for advanced players.

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

Strong at

Easy to place the ball
Forgiving on off-centre hits
Excellent sweet spot with round shape design

Less strong at

Less punch on smashes
Smaller grip may feel uncomfortable for some players

How it plays

8.7

padell.io score 8.7Play 8.9 (60%) and reviews 8.3 (40%). Based on 1 review source. How the score works

Control9.0above average▲

Power4.5below average▼

Comfort5.5around average●

Handling6.0above average▲

Forgiveness8.0above average▲

Line = the average of all rackets ▲ above ▼ below

A control racket: easy to place the ball, forgiving when you hit off-centre.

Specifications

Launched2023Newer version from 2024

ShapeRoundBig sweet spot low in the face: control and margin

Weight345 to 360 gLight: quick in the hand, less mass behind the ball

BalanceEven according to the brandEven: quick at the net, enough in the smash

Face2-to-1 Aluminized CarbonStiff: precise and powerful at speed, less damping

CoreEVA Soft PerformanceSoft: comfort and ball exit, less control at high speed

Thickness38 mmThe maximum the rules allow

Head size485 cm²

SurfaceSpin Blade Decal, Spin Blade MoldRough: helps with spin

FrameCarbon

Not published by the brand: handle

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

Video reviews

3 videos from independent channels and shops

What 3 video reviewers say

3 played it on court

Often mentioned

Plus points

Easy to handle3 of 3
Good control2 of 3

Minus points

Vibration, hard on the arm3 of 3

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 the most comfortable and easiest to handle among the Metalbone series. It suits players who prioritize control and comfort over extreme power and want to avoid excessive risk.

Tested on court

The reviewer finds this racket offers excellent control and maneuverability, particularly in defensive situations and at the net. It is a lightweight option that is easy to handle, though it may lack some power for aggressive smashes compared to other models.

Tested on court

The reviewer finds this racket offers good control and maneuverability with a softer feel than other Metalbone models. It is suitable for intermediate to advanced players who want more power than a control racket but still need precision.

Every version

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2023This racket€ 190.00

2024Different specsNot in shops

2025Other version€ 191.90

2026Other version€ 224.95

Price history

Today€ 190.00Lowest in 30 days€ 190.00vs 30-day average0%

23 Sept€ 190.00 · € 190.0014 Nov

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What reviewers say

padel.fyi8.0

“Round shape, designed for right-side players.”

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Questions before you buy

Is the Metalbone Ctrl 3.2 worth the money right now?

Today's price is labelled "Fair price" compared with the rackets that play most alike.

What is the closest alternative?

The adidas Cross IT Light plays most alike. Differences: comfort +1.5. Today: € 176.98.

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Who should not buy it?

Skip it if you want easy power for smashes (power 4.5/10), or if your elbow or shoulder complains (comfort 5.5/10).

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? →