Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Head | Star Vie | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 7.2 | 7.2 | Tie |
| Control | 7.5 | 7.1 | Head Radical Motion 2026 |
| Comfort | 4.2 | 5.0 | Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus |
| Ease of use | 5.1 | 5.3 | Tie |
| Lowest price | €149 | €149 | Similar |
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: hard for the Head Radical Motion 2026, medium for the Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: 3K carbon versus 12K carbon.
| Head Radical Motion 2026 | Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Head | Star Vie |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight | 355 g | 350–365 g |
| Balance | Medium | Medium |
| Feel | Hard | Medium |
| Core | Control FOAM | M-EVA Balance |
| Faces | 3K carbon | 12K carbon |
| Frame | Carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Control | Versatile |
| Suggested level | Intermediate | Intermediate |
They are very close in power (7.2 vs 7.2 out of 10).
Both are similarly forgiving; choose the one whose shape and weight suit you.
Right now the Head Radical Motion 2026 starts at €149 and the Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus at €149 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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Head Radical Motion 2026
Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus