Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
The world No 1 pair play with different rackets: Agustín Tapia with Nox, Arturo Coello with Head. Here are their lines side by side.
In short: the Head Coello Pro 2026 hits harder (9.9 vs 9.4 for power); the Head Coello Pro 2026 is the more controlled racket (9.9 vs 6.6); the Head Coello Pro 2026 is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot.
| Nox | Head | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 9.4 | 9.9 | Head Coello Pro 2026 |
| Control | 6.6 | 9.9 | Head Coello Pro 2026 |
| Rebound | 7.6 | 7.4 | Tie |
| Manoeuvrability | 6.4 | 7.9 | Head Coello Pro 2026 |
| Sweet spot | 6.7 | 8.1 | Head Coello Pro 2026 |
Ratings out of 10 by Padelful.
Both are diamond rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium for the Nox AT10 Genius Attack 18K Alum 2027 Agustin Tapia, hard for the Head Coello Pro 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: Carbon Fiber 18K Alum versus Carbon fiber.
| Nox AT10 Genius Attack 18K Alum 2027 Agustin Tapia | Head Coello Pro 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nox | Head |
| Year | 2027 | 2026 |
| Shape | Diamond | Diamond |
| Weight | 360–375 g | 370 g |
| Balance | High | High |
| Feel | Medium | Hard |
| Core | MLD Black Eva | Power FOAM |
| Faces | Carbon Fiber 18K Alum | Carbon fiber |
| Frame | Carbon | 100% Carbon |
| Game type | Power | Power |
| Suggested level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Pro player | Agustin Tapia's signature line | Arturo Coello (match racket, 2026) |
According to Padelful's ratings the Head Coello Pro 2026 has more power (9.9/10).
The Head Coello Pro 2026 has the bigger sweet spot (8.1/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.
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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Nox AT10 Genius Attack 18K Alum 2027 Agustin Tapia
Head Coello Pro 2026