Padel racket comparison

StarVie Eternal vs Raptor+ (2027)

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

StarVie's 2027 headline rackets: Sanyo Gutiérrez's new Eternal against the returning Raptor+.

In short: the Star Vie Eternal 2027 hits harder (9.5 vs 8.5 for power); the Star Vie Raptor 2027 is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot.

Ratings compared

Star Vie Eternal 2027Star Vie Raptor 2027
PowerControlReboundManoeuvrabilitySweet spot
9.5Power8.5
8.5Control8.6
7.5Rebound8.4
8.0Manoeuvrability7.6
7.5Sweet spot8.3

Ratings out of 10 by Padelful.

Choose the Star Vie Eternal 2027 if you want

  • more power on smashes and volleys
  • a quicker, more manoeuvrable racket

Choose the Star Vie Raptor 2027 if you want

  • a bigger sweet spot

From €275 at Padel Market

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Key differences

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

Faces: 18K Carbon Hybrid versus 3D Carbon.

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Specifications side by side

Star Vie Eternal 2027Star Vie Raptor 2027
BrandStar VieStar Vie
Year20272027
ShapeTeardropTeardrop
Weight350–370 g350–370 g
BalanceMediumMedium
FeelMediumMedium
CoreM-Eva BalanceM-Eva Balance
Faces18K Carbon Hybrid3D Carbon
Frame—Carbon
Game typeVersatileVersatile
Suggested levelIntermediateIntermediate
Pro playerSanyo Gutierrez's signature line—

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Star Vie Eternal 2027 Sanyo Gutierrez or the Star Vie Raptor 2027 Plus?

According to Padelful's ratings the Star Vie Eternal 2027 Sanyo Gutierrez has more power (9.5/10).

Which is better for beginners?

The Star Vie Raptor 2027 Plus has the bigger sweet spot (8.3/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.

Where the ratings come from

The Power, Control, Rebound, Manoeuvrability and Sweet spot ratings (out of 10) are by Padelful, shown with their permission. Our lists and “who is it for” notes are based on each racket's published specifications — shape, balance, core hardness, face material and weight. Specifications come from the Padel Rackets catalogue and manufacturers; always check the retailer's product page before buying.

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