Key differences
Both are diamond rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Faces: 3K Carbon versus Fiberglass+Carbon.
Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Babolat | Head | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 9.9 | 9.9 | Tie |
| Control | 5.2 | 5.2 | Tie |
| Comfort | 3.5 | 3.5 | Tie |
| Ease of use | 2.2 | 2.2 | Tie |
| Lowest price | €240 | €250 | Babolat Viper 3.0 2026 Juan Lebron |
Scores out of 10 from our specification-based indicators.
Both are diamond rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Faces: 3K Carbon versus Fiberglass+Carbon.
| Babolat Viper 3.0 2026 Juan Lebron | Head Extreme Pro 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Babolat | Head |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Diamond | Diamond |
| Weight | 370 g | 370 g |
| Balance | High | High |
| Feel | Hard | Hard |
| Core | Black EVA | Power FOAM |
| Faces | 3K Carbon | Fiberglass+Carbon |
| Frame | Carbon fiber | 100% Carbon |
| Game type | Power | Power |
| Suggested level | Advanced | Advanced |
They are very close in power (9.9 vs 9.9 out of 10).
Both are similarly forgiving; choose the one whose shape and weight suit you.
Right now the Babolat Viper 3.0 2026 Juan Lebron starts at €240 and the Head Extreme Pro 2026 at €250 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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