Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Star Vie | Star Vie | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 7.5 | 7.2 | Tie |
| Control | 7.2 | 7.1 | Tie |
| Comfort | 4.2 | 5.0 | Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus |
| Ease of use | 4.8 | 5.3 | Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus |
| Lowest price | €241 | €149 | Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus |
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: medium-hard for the Star Vie Astrum 2027 Plus, 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: 12K Carbon Hyper versus 12K carbon.
| Star Vie Astrum 2027 Plus | Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Vie | Star Vie |
| Year | 2027 | 2026 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight | 350–370 g | 350–365 g |
| Balance | Medium | Medium |
| Feel | Medium-Hard | Medium |
| Core | M-Eva Balance | M-EVA Balance |
| Faces | 12K Carbon Hyper | 12K carbon |
| Frame | Carbon | Carbon fiber |
| Game type | Versatile | Versatile |
| Suggested level | Intermediate | Intermediate |
They are very close in power (7.5 vs 7.2 out of 10).
The Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus is easier to play (ease of use 5.3/10).
Right now the Star Vie Astrum 2027 Plus starts at €241 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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Star Vie Astrum 2027 Plus
Star Vie Astrum 2026 Plus