Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Star Vie | Nox | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 5.5 | 5.5 | Tie |
| Control | 8.3 | 8.4 | Tie |
| Comfort | 6.0 | 6.5 | Nox Equation Hard Advanced 2027 |
| Ease of use | 7.1 | 7.1 | Tie |
| Lowest price | €150 | €125 | Nox Equation Hard Advanced 2027 |
Scores out of 10 from our specification-based indicators.
Both are round rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium for the Star Vie Raptor 2026 Plus, medium-hard for the Nox Equation Hard Advanced 2027. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
Faces: 3D carbon versus 3K Fiberglass.
| Star Vie Raptor 2026 Plus | Nox Equation Hard Advanced 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Vie | Nox |
| Year | 2026 | 2027 |
| Shape | Round | Round |
| Weight | 350–365 g | 355–365 g |
| Balance | Medium | Medium |
| Feel | Medium | Medium-Hard |
| Core | M-EVA Balance | HR3 Hard EVA |
| Faces | 3D carbon | 3K Fiberglass |
| Frame | Carbon fiber | Carbon |
| Game type | Control | Control |
| Suggested level | Beginner | Beginner |
They are very close in power (5.5 vs 5.5 out of 10).
Both are similarly forgiving; choose the one whose shape and weight suit you.
Right now the Star Vie Raptor 2026 Plus starts at €150 and the Nox Equation Hard Advanced 2027 at €125 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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Star Vie Raptor 2026 Plus
Nox Equation Hard Advanced 2027