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| Category | Padel Rackets | Padel Rackets |
| Sport | Padel | Padel |
| Skill Level | Advanced | Beginner |
| Weight | 360-375g | 360-370g |
| Shape | Diamond | Hybrid |
| Balance | High | Medium |
| Core | EVA Hard Performance | Soft EVA |
| Surface | 18K Carbon fibre | Fibreglass |
| Thickness | 38mm | 38mm |
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The main differences are: Weight: Adidas Metalbone has 360-375g vs 360-370g. Shape: Adidas Metalbone has Diamond vs Hybrid. Balance: Adidas Metalbone has High vs Medium. Overall, the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 3.4 Padel Racket is best for advanced players while the Decathlon Kuikma PR 990 Padel Racket suits beginners.
The Decathlon Kuikma PR 990 Padel Racket is the better choice for beginners thanks to its forgiving design and accessible price point. The Adidas Metalbone CTRL 3.4 Padel Racket is aimed at advanced players and may be more demanding to use effectively.
The Adidas Metalbone CTRL 3.4 Padel Racket (£270-330) costs more than the Decathlon Kuikma PR 990 Padel Racket (£50). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are advanced players, the extra investment in the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 3.4 Padel Racket can pay off.