Padel racket comparison

Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 vs Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026

Ratings, shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.

In short: the Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 hits harder (6.5 vs 5.6 for power); the Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 is the more controlled racket (7.8 vs 6.7); the Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot; the Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026 is cheaper today (from €100).

Ratings compared

Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026
PowerControlReboundManoeuvrabilitySweet spot
6.5Power5.6
7.8Control6.7
9.1Rebound7.5
8.6Manoeuvrability5.9
8.7Sweet spot6.2

Ratings out of 10 by Padelful.

Choose the Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 if you want

  • more power on smashes and volleys
  • more control and precision
  • a bigger sweet spot
  • a quicker, more manoeuvrable racket

From €110 at Padel Nuestro

Choose the Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026 if you want

  • to spend less (from €100)

From €100 at Esprit Padel Shop

Advertisement

Key differences

Both are round rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.

The Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 has a low balance against low-medium for the Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026, which changes how head-heavy it feels on overheads and how quick it is at the net.

Faces: Glaphite versus Fiberglass.

More comparisons

Specifications side by side

Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026
BrandBullpadelRoyal Padel
Year20262026
ShapeRoundRound
Weight365–375 g360–380 g
BalanceLowLow-Medium
FeelMedium-SoftMedium-Soft
CoreMultiEVASoft EVA
FacesGlaphiteFiberglass
FrameGlaphiteFiberglass
Game typeControlControl
Suggested levelBeginnerBeginner

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 or the Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026?

According to Padelful's ratings the Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 has more power (6.5/10).

Which is better for beginners?

The Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 has the bigger sweet spot (8.7/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.

Which one is cheaper?

Right now the Bullpadel Ionic Control 2026 starts at €110 and the Royal Padel 130 Factor 2026 at €100 in the shops we compare. Prices change often.

Where the ratings come from

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.

Advertisement
Padel Rackets — Free Mobile App

Find your padel racket

Compare 1,700+ padel rackets by shape, weight and feel, save favourites and find the best price — free on Android and iOS.