Ratings, shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
In short: the Bullpadel Vertex 05 GEO 2026 is the more controlled racket (9.0 vs 8.2); the Bullpadel Vertex 05 GEO 2026 is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot; the Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 is cheaper today (from €166).
Both are teardrop rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium-hard for the Bullpadel Vertex 05 GEO 2026 Pablo Cardona, medium for the Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: Xtend Carbon 3K versus 12K Carbon.
| Bullpadel Vertex 05 GEO 2026 | Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bullpadel | Dunlop |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight | 365–375 g | 360–375 g |
| Balance | High | High |
| Feel | Medium-Hard | Medium |
| Core | MultiEVA | Pro EVA |
| Faces | Xtend Carbon 3K | 12K Carbon |
| Frame | Carbon | 12K Carbon |
| Game type | Power | Versatile |
| Suggested level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Pro player | Pablo Cardona's signature line | — |
They are very close in power (9.1 vs 9.0 out of 10 on Padelful's ratings).
The Bullpadel Vertex 05 GEO 2026 Pablo Cardona has the bigger sweet spot (8.9/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.
Right now the Bullpadel Vertex 05 GEO 2026 Pablo Cardona starts at €187 and the Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 at €166 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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