# adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 > Diamond, 345 to 360 g, head-heavy balance. Below average for control, comfort, handling and forgiveness. Made for advanced players. Check if it suits your game. - URL: https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-hrd-3-3/ - Last updated: 2026-09-27 - 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 HRD](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-hrd/generations/) 2024 - **Shape**: Diamond - **Weight**: 345 to 360 g - **Balance**: Head-heavy - **Core**: EVA High Memory Price **€ 214.50** at All for Padel · In stock · Free shipping · Checked at 05:34 (2026-11-14) Lowest in 53 days **€ 214.50** Today **€ 214.50** [Buy at All for Padel](https://padell.io/go/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fallforpadel.com%2Fen%2Fpadel-rackets%2F7192-adidas-metalbone-hrd-33-racket-ale-galan-8436548248888.html) Prices include shipping to the country you choose. [How padell.io earns money](https://padell.io/how-we-earn-money/) The short answer A power racket: strong on smashes and volleys. Slower to swing and to react with. Made for advanced players. Worked out from the published specs. No editorial review yet. Strong at - Strong on smashes and volleys - Adjustable weight to tune the balance Less strong at - Slower to swing - Punishes off-centre hits - Harder to place precisely ## How it plays 8.1 **padell.io score 8.1** Play 8.0 (60%) and reviews 8.2 (40%). No independent reviews found yet, so that part starts low. [How the score works](https://padell.io/how-we-score/) - **Control**: 4.0 below average▼ - **Power**: 9.5 above average▲ - **Comfort**: 4.0 below average▼ - **Handling**: 3.0 below average▼ - **Forgiveness**: 3.5 below average▼ - **Line = the average of all rackets**: ▲ above ▼ below A power racket: strong on smashes and volleys. Slower to swing and to react with. ## Specifications - **Launched**: 2024 Newer version from 2025 - **Shape**: Diamond [Sweet spot high in the face: power overhead, less forgiving](https://padell.io/guides/padel-racket-shapes/) - **Weight**: 345 to 360 g Light: quick in the hand, less mass behind the ball - **Balance**: Head-heavy according to the brand Head-heavy: more power overhead, slower to move - **Face**: Carbon Aluminized 2 to 1 Stiff: precise and powerful at speed, less damping - **Core**: EVA High Memory Medium hard: the middle ground - **Thickness**: 38 mm The maximum the rules allow - **Head size**: 485 cm² - **Surface**: Spin Blade Decal Rough: helps with spin - **Frame**: Carbon Not published by the brand: handle Specs from the brand's own site · checked 25 September 2026 · [Spotted a wrong spec? Report it →](https://padell.io/contact/?topic=correction&racket=adidas%20Metalbone%20HRD%2B%203.3) ## Video reviews 5 videos from independent channels and shops ### What 4 video reviewers say 4 played it on court Often mentioned **Plus points** - Adjustable weight system *3 of 4* - Lots of power *3 of 4* - Good spin *2 of 4* **Minus points** - Demanding, needs good technique *3 of 4* 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 the racket provides excellent feedback and precision, making it suitable for high-skilled players. It offers a larger sweet spot than previous versions and is less demanding on the arm while maintaining high performance. Tested on court The reviewer finds this racket to be a technical option that requires a good level of play. It offers good power and speed in attack, but demands more control and effort in defense. Tested on court This is a powerful and aggressive racket that performs well in attacking situations. It requires a high level of technical skill and physical fitness to be used effectively. The racket is best suited for advanced players who prefer playing at the net. Tested on court The reviewer finds the racket offers excellent control, power, and precision. It is well suited for experienced and high performance players. ## Every version [Compare all versions →](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-hrd/generations/) [2023 · Different specs · Not in shops](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-hrd-3-2/) 2024 · This racket · € 214.50 [2025 · Different specs · € 174.90](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-hrd-3-4-ale-galan/) [2026 · Other version · € 205.95](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-hrd/) ## Price history Today **€ 214.50** Lowest in 30 days **€ 214.50** vs 30-day average **0%** Lowest price per day across the shops in your market. Checked every night. ## Similar rackets [adidas Adipower Multiweight 3.3](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/adipower-multiweight-3-3/) · 7.4 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-hrd-3-3-vs-adidas-adipower-multiweight-3-3/) [StarVie Tritón Power +](https://padell.io/rackets/starvie/triton-power/) · 7.4 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-hrd-3-3-vs-starvie-triton-power/) [adidas Metalbone 3.4 - Ale Galán](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-3-4-ale-galan/) · 8.7 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-3-4-ale-galan-vs-adidas-metalbone-hrd-3-3/) [adidas Metalbone Pro Edt 2026 Ale Galán](https://padell.io/rackets/adidas/metalbone-pro-edt-2026-racket-ale-galan/) · 8.0 [Compare side by side](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-pro-edt-2026-racket-ale-galan-vs-adidas-metalbone-hrd-3-3/) [All rackets that play like the adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 →](https://padell.io/alternatives/?r=46) ## Questions before you buy **Is the Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 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 Adipower Multiweight 3.3 plays most alike. On paper the differences are under one point. Today: € 179.90. [Compare side by side →](https://padell.io/compare/adidas-metalbone-hrd-3-3-vs-adidas-adipower-multiweight-3-3/) **Who should not buy it?** Skip it if you rely on placement and long rallies (control 4.0/10), or if your elbow or shoulder complains (comfort 4.0/10), or if you are still learning: it is not very forgiving (3.5/10). **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/)