Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Adidas | Lok | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 5.9 | 6.1 | Tie |
| Control | 8.1 | 8.3 | Tie |
| Comfort | 5.7 | 4.9 | Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026 |
| Ease of use | 6.7 | 6.3 | Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026 |
| Lowest price | €208 | €135 | Lok Maxx Flow Gen 2 2026 |
Scores out of 10 from our specification-based indicators.
Both are round rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium for the Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026, medium-hard for the Lok Maxx Flow Gen 2 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: ASC Carbon versus C18 carbon fiber.
| Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026 | Lok Maxx Flow Gen 2 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Adidas | Lok |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Round | Round |
| Weight | 360–375 g | 360–375 g |
| Balance | Medium | Medium |
| Feel | Medium | Medium-Hard |
| Core | EVA Soft Performance | EVA |
| Faces | ASC Carbon | C18 carbon fiber |
| Frame | Carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Control | Control |
| Suggested level | Beginner | Intermediate |
They are very close in power (5.9 vs 6.1 out of 10).
The Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026 is easier to play (ease of use 6.7/10).
Right now the Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026 starts at €208 and the Lok Maxx Flow Gen 2 2026 at €135 in the shops we compare. Prices change often.
Our Power, Control, Comfort and Ease of use indicators (1–10) are calculated by TiebreakNews from each racket's published specifications — shape, balance, feel (core hardness), face material and weight — using the same rules for every model: diamond shapes and high balance add power, round shapes and low balance add control, soft cores and fibreglass faces add comfort, and lighter, forgiving, round frames are easier for beginners. They are a fair way to compare specs, not a lab test. Specifications come from the Padel Rackets catalogue and manufacturers; always check the retailer's product page before buying.
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Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026
Lok Maxx Flow Gen 2 2026