Ratings, shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
In short: the Lok Carbon Flow Gen 2 2026 is the more controlled racket (8.6 vs 6.8); the Lok Carbon Flow Gen 2 2026 is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot; the Adidas Cross IT Team CTRL 2026 is cheaper today (from €110).
Both are round rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium-soft for the Adidas Cross IT Team CTRL 2026, medium for the Lok Carbon Flow Gen 2 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: Fiberglass versus C6 carbon fiber.
| Adidas Cross IT Team CTRL 2026 | Lok Carbon 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-Soft | Medium |
| Core | EVA Soft Performance | EVA |
| Faces | Fiberglass | C6 carbon fiber |
| Frame | Carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Control | Control |
| Suggested level | Beginner | Beginner |
They are very close in power (7.2 vs 7.5 out of 10 on Padelful's ratings).
The Lok Carbon Flow Gen 2 2026 has the bigger sweet spot (8.9/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.
Right now the Adidas Cross IT Team CTRL 2026 starts at €110 and the Lok Carbon Flow Gen 2 2026 at €123 in the shops we compare. Prices change often.
The Power, Control, Rebound, Manoeuvrability and Sweet spot ratings (out of 10) are by Padelful, shown with their permission. Our lists and “who is it for” notes are based on each racket's published specifications — shape, balance, core hardness, face material and weight. Specifications come from the Padel Rackets catalogue and manufacturers; always check the retailer's product page before buying.
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