Ratings, shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
In short: the Black Crown Special Max 2026 is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot; the Black Crown Special Max 2026 is cheaper today (from €172).
Both are teardrop rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium for the Black Crown Special Max 2026, medium-hard for the Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 Jon Sanz. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: 18K Aluminum versus 24K carbon fiber.
| Black Crown Special Max 2026 | Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Black Crown | Drop Shot |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight | 355–370 g | 350–370 g |
| Balance | Medium-High | Medium-High |
| Feel | Medium | Medium-Hard |
| Core | Medium Black EVA | EVA Pro High Density |
| Faces | 18K Aluminum | 24K carbon fiber |
| Frame | Carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Power | Power |
| Suggested level | Intermediate | Advanced |
| Pro player | — | Jon Sanz's signature line |
They are very close in power (9.0 vs 9.2 out of 10 on Padelful's ratings).
The Black Crown Special Max 2026 has the bigger sweet spot (8.6/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.
Right now the Black Crown Special Max 2026 starts at €172 and the Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 Jon Sanz at €178 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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