Rackets · Babolat · Air Viper
Babolat · 2026

Air Viper 2.6

9.2padell.io scoreSpecs + 3 review sources
Shape
Teardrop
Weight
355 g
Balance
Even
Core
X-EVA
Does it suit your game?Seven quick questions, with this racket as the starting point.
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What is your level?

The short answer

A all-round racket: easy to place the ball, strong on smashes and volleys.

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

Strong at

  • Easy to place the ball
  • Strong on smashes and volleys
  • Exceptional net reactivity and sweet maneuvering

Less strong at

  • Firm, can be tough on the arm
  • Requires solid technique to maximize potential
  • Less suitable for beginners or intermediate players

How it plays

9.2
padell.io score 9.2Play 9.3 (75%) and reviews 8.7 (25%). Based on 3 review sources. How we score
Control7.5High
Power7.0Medium
Comfort4.5Low
Handling5.5Medium
Forgiveness5.5Medium

Specifications

ShapeTeardrop
Weight355 g
BalanceEven, 265 mm
Face16K Carbon
CoreX-EVA
Thickness38 mm
Head sizeNot published
Surface3D SPIN+
HandleNot published
FrameCarbon

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

Video reviews

4 videos from independent channels and shops

We started tracking this racket on 23 Sept. The chart appears after a week of prices.

What reviewers say

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Questions before you buy

Is the Air Viper 2.6 worth the money right now?

Today's price is labelled "Fair price" 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 Oxdog Hyper Woman Air 2.0 plays most alike. Differences: handling +1.5.

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Who should not buy it?

Skip it if your elbow or shoulder complains (comfort 4.5/10), or if you are still learning: it is not very forgiving (5.5/10).

How heavy is it really?

The brand gives 355 g. That counts as medium on our scale. Each racket can differ within that range.

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