Ratings, shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
In short: the Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026 hits harder (9.6 vs 8.1 for power); the Bullpadel Xplo 02 Comfort 2027 is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot; the Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026 is cheaper today (from €177).
Both are diamond rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium-soft for the Bullpadel Xplo 02 Comfort 2027, medium for the Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026 Juan Lebron. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: Fibrix versus Soft Carbon.
| Bullpadel Xplo 02 Comfort 2027 | Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bullpadel | Babolat |
| Year | 2027 | 2026 |
| Shape | Diamond | Diamond |
| Weight | 360–370 g | 365 g |
| Balance | High | High |
| Feel | Medium-Soft | Medium |
| Core | MultiEVA | Black EVA |
| Faces | Fibrix | Soft Carbon |
| Frame | — | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Power | Power |
| Suggested level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Pro player | — | Juan Lebron's signature line |
According to Padelful's ratings the Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026 Juan Lebron has more power (9.6/10).
The Bullpadel Xplo 02 Comfort 2027 has the bigger sweet spot (9.1/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.
Right now the Bullpadel Xplo 02 Comfort 2027 starts at €250 and the Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026 Juan Lebron at €177 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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