Padel racket comparison

Head Coello Team 2026 vs Dunlop FX Lite 2026

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

In short: the Head Coello Team 2026 hits harder (9.2 vs 8.6 for power); the Head Coello Team 2026 is the more controlled racket (9.5 vs 7.7); the Head Coello Team 2026 is cheaper today (from €110).

Ratings compared

Head Coello Team 2026Dunlop FX Lite 2026
PowerControlReboundManoeuvrabilitySweet spot
9.2Power8.6
9.5Control7.7
7.9Rebound9.0
8.1Manoeuvrability8.9
8.0Sweet spot7.8

Ratings out of 10 by Padelful.

Choose the Head Coello Team 2026 if you want

  • more power on smashes and volleys
  • more control and precision
  • to spend less (from €110)

From €110 at Padel Pro Shop

Choose the Dunlop FX Lite 2026 if you want

  • a quicker, more manoeuvrable racket

From €134 at Padel-Point

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Key differences

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

The Head Coello Team 2026 has a medium-high balance against medium for the Dunlop FX Lite 2026, which changes how head-heavy it feels on overheads and how quick it is at the net.

Faces: Fiberglass versus 12K Carbon.

The Head Coello Team 2026 is heavier (360 g vs 350–360 g), adding stability and power at the cost of manoeuvrability.

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Specifications side by side

Head Coello Team 2026Dunlop FX Lite 2026
BrandHeadDunlop
Year20262026
ShapeDiamondDiamond
Weight360 g350–360 g
BalanceMedium-HighMedium
FeelMediumMedium
CorePower FOAMSoft EVA
FacesFiberglass12K Carbon
Frame100% Carbon Fiber—
Game typePowerPower
Suggested levelAdvancedAdvanced

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Head Coello Team 2026 or the Dunlop FX Lite 2026?

According to Padelful's ratings the Head Coello Team 2026 has more power (9.2/10).

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 Head Coello Team 2026 starts at €110 and the Dunlop FX Lite 2026 at €134 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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