Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Star Vie | Adidas | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 5.5 | 5.5 | Tie |
| Control | 7.1 | 7.4 | Tie |
| Comfort | 8.6 | 8.0 | Star Vie Polaris 2026 |
| Ease of use | 7.6 | 7.4 | Tie |
| Lowest price | €87 | €115 | Star Vie Polaris 2026 |
Scores out of 10 from our specification-based indicators.
Both are teardrop rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: soft for the Star Vie Polaris 2026, medium-soft for the Adidas Metalbone Superlight 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: X Glass Tech versus Fiberglass.
The Star Vie Polaris 2026 is heavier (350–365 g vs 345–360 g), adding stability and power at the cost of manoeuvrability.
| Star Vie Polaris 2026 | Adidas Metalbone Superlight 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Vie | Adidas |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight | 350–365 g | 345–360 g |
| Balance | Low-Medium | Low-Medium |
| Feel | Soft | Medium-Soft |
| Core | S-EVA Flex | EVA Soft Performance |
| Faces | X Glass Tech | Fiberglass |
| Frame | Carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Versatile | Control |
| Suggested level | Beginner | Beginner |
They are very close in power (5.5 vs 5.5 out of 10).
Both are similarly forgiving; choose the one whose shape and weight suit you.
Right now the Star Vie Polaris 2026 starts at €87 and the Adidas Metalbone Superlight 2026 at €115 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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Star Vie Polaris 2026
Adidas Metalbone Superlight 2026