Padel racket comparison

Star Vie Polaris 2026 vs Head Coello Vibe 2026

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

Quick verdict

Star VieHeadEdge
Power5.56.3Head Coello Vibe 2026
Control7.16.8Tie
Comfort8.67.8Star Vie Polaris 2026
Ease of use7.66.6Star Vie Polaris 2026
Lowest price€87€79Head Coello Vibe 2026

Scores out of 10 from our specification-based indicators.

Key differences

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

The Star Vie Polaris 2026 has a low-medium balance against medium for the Head Coello Vibe 2026, which changes how head-heavy it feels on overheads and how quick it is at the net.

Feel: soft for the Star Vie Polaris 2026, medium-soft for the Head Coello Vibe 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.

Faces: X Glass Tech versus Fiberglass.

Choose the Star Vie Polaris 2026 if you want

  • more comfort for your arm
  • an easier, more forgiving racket

From €87 at Padel Pro Shop

Choose the Head Coello Vibe 2026 if you want

  • more power on smashes and volleys
  • to spend less (from €79)

From €79 at Zona de Padel

Specifications side by side

Star Vie Polaris 2026Head Coello Vibe 2026
BrandStar VieHead
Year20262026
ShapeTeardropTeardrop
Weight350–365 g360 g
BalanceLow-MediumMedium
FeelSoftMedium-Soft
CoreS-EVA FlexPower FOAM
FacesX Glass TechFiberglass
FrameCarbon fiberFiberglass
Game typeVersatileVersatile
Suggested levelBeginnerBeginner

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Star Vie Polaris 2026 or the Head Coello Vibe 2026?

On our indicators the Head Coello Vibe 2026 has more power (6.3/10).

Which is better for beginners?

The Star Vie Polaris 2026 is easier to play (ease of use 7.6/10).

Which one is cheaper?

Right now the Star Vie Polaris 2026 starts at €87 and the Head Coello Vibe 2026 at €79 in the shops we compare. Prices change often.

How we score rackets

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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