Padel racket comparison

Star Vie Black Titan 2026 vs Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 Jon Sanz

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

In short: the Star Vie Black Titan 2026 is the more controlled racket (9.7 vs 8.5); the Star Vie Black Titan 2026 is cheaper today (from €159).

Ratings compared

Star Vie Black Titan 2026Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026
PowerControlReboundManoeuvrabilitySweet spot
9.4Power9.2
9.7Control8.5
8.1Rebound8.0
7.8Manoeuvrability9.1
8.1Sweet spot7.9

Ratings out of 10 by Padelful.

Choose the Star Vie Black Titan 2026 if you want

  • more control and precision
  • to spend less (from €159)

From €159 at Padel Market

Choose the Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 if you want

  • a quicker, more manoeuvrable racket

From €175 at StreetPadel

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Key differences

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

The Star Vie Black Titan 2026 has a high balance against medium-high for the Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 Jon Sanz, which changes how head-heavy it feels on overheads and how quick it is at the net.

Feel: hard for the Star Vie Black Titan 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: 24K carbon versus 24K carbon fiber.

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Specifications side by side

Star Vie Black Titan 2026Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026
BrandStar VieDrop Shot
Year20262026
ShapeTeardropTeardrop
Weight350–365 g350–370 g
BalanceHighMedium-High
FeelHardMedium-Hard
CoreH-EVA PowerEVA Pro High Density
Faces24K carbon24K carbon fiber
FrameCarbon fiberCarbon fiber
Game typeControlPower
Suggested levelAdvancedAdvanced
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Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Star Vie Black Titan 2026 or the Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 Jon Sanz?

They are very close in power (9.4 vs 9.2 out of 10 on Padelful's ratings).

Which is better for beginners?

Both are similarly forgiving; choose the one whose shape and weight suit you.

Which one is cheaper?

Right now the Star Vie Black Titan 2026 starts at €159 and the Drop Shot Axion Attack 2.0 2026 Jon Sanz at €175 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.

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