Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Dunlop | Drop Shot | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 8.4 | 8.4 | Tie |
| Control | 6.0 | 6.3 | Tie |
| Comfort | 4.7 | 4.2 | Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 |
| Ease of use | 3.9 | 3.8 | Tie |
| Lowest price | €166 | €174 | Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 |
Scores out of 10 from our specification-based indicators.
Both are teardrop rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium for the Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026, medium-hard for the Drop Shot Prime Attack 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: 12K Carbon versus 24K carbon fiber.
The Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 is heavier (360–375 g vs 350–370 g), adding stability and power at the cost of manoeuvrability.
| Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 | Drop Shot Prime Attack 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dunlop | Drop Shot |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight | 360–375 g | 350–370 g |
| Balance | High | High |
| Feel | Medium | Medium-Hard |
| Core | Pro EVA | EVA Pro High Density |
| Faces | 12K Carbon | 24K carbon fiber |
| Frame | 12K Carbon | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Versatile | Power |
| Suggested level | Advanced | Advanced |
They are very close in power (8.4 vs 8.4 out of 10).
Both are similarly forgiving; choose the one whose shape and weight suit you.
Right now the Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026 starts at €166 and the Drop Shot Prime Attack 2026 at €174 in the shops we compare. Prices change often.
Our Power, Control, Comfort and Ease of use indicators (1–10) are calculated by TiebreakNews from each racket's published specifications — shape, balance, feel (core hardness), face material and weight — using the same rules for every model: diamond shapes and high balance add power, round shapes and low balance add control, soft cores and fibreglass faces add comfort, and lighter, forgiving, round frames are easier for beginners. They are a fair way to compare specs, not a lab test. Specifications come from the Padel Rackets catalogue and manufacturers; always check the retailer's product page before buying.
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Dunlop FX Hybrid 2026
Drop Shot Prime Attack 2026