Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
| Star Vie | Star Vie | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 7.5 | 5.9 | Star Vie Drax 2027 Plus |
| Control | 7.2 | 8.3 | Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus |
| Comfort | 4.2 | 5.3 | Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus |
| Ease of use | 4.8 | 6.6 | Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus |
| Lowest price | €159 | €135 | Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus |
Scores out of 10 from our specification-based indicators.
The biggest difference is the shape: the Star Vie Drax 2027 Plus is teardrop, the Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus round. A rounder head keeps the sweet spot low and central for control; a diamond head moves weight up for power.
Feel: medium-hard for the Star Vie Drax 2027 Plus, medium for the Star Vie Drax 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 Drax 2027 Plus | Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Vie | Star Vie |
| Year | 2027 | 2026 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Round |
| 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 fiber |
| Game type | Versatile | Versatile |
| Suggested level | Intermediate | Beginner |
On our indicators the Star Vie Drax 2027 Plus has more power (7.5/10).
The Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus is easier to play (ease of use 6.6/10).
Right now the Star Vie Drax 2027 Plus starts at €159 and the Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus at €135 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 Drax 2027 Plus
Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus