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Buy the Rocket Ultra for casual play, otherwise the RX Series is the smarter buy for committed improvers.
Half the price between them but the rackets are aimed at different stages. The Adidas RX Series is a proper intermediate frame: 360-375g teardrop, medium balance, EVA Soft Performance core, carbon fibre face and 38mm thickness. The soft EVA delivers a controlled response on volleys and the carbon face gives genuine attacking potential when you commit to the shot.
The Dunlop Rocket Ultra is a club-level all-rounder. Dunlop have decent pedigree in racket sports generally and the Rocket Ultra is positioned as an accessible step into branded gear without spending serious money. It's a sensible choice for players who don't yet need carbon construction.
Buy the Rocket Ultra if you're inside your first year of padel, or you play purely socially and don't want to overspend on gear you'll outgrow. Buy the RX Series if you've outgrown beginner kit, your shots are starting to land where you aim them, and you want a teardrop with carbon face for genuine progression. The price gap reflects construction quality and intended skill level, not brand premium.
Hand-written editorial — not auto-generated. By Gary, RacketRise.
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| Category | Padel Rackets | Padel Rackets |
| Sport | Padel | Padel |
| Skill Level | Intermediate | Beginner |
| Weight | 360-375g | 355-375g |
| Shape | Teardrop | Round |
| Balance | Medium | Low |
| Core | EVA Soft Performance | Soft EVA |
| Surface | Carbon fibre | Fibreglass |
| Thickness | 38mm | 38mm |
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The main differences are: Weight: Adidas RX has 360-375g vs 355-375g. Shape: Adidas RX has Teardrop vs Round. Balance: Adidas RX has Medium vs Low. Overall, the Adidas RX Series Padel Racket is best for intermediate players while the Dunlop Rocket Ultra Padel Racket suits beginners.
The Dunlop Rocket Ultra Padel Racket is the better choice for beginners thanks to its forgiving design and accessible price point. The Adidas RX Series Padel Racket is aimed at intermediate players and may be more demanding to use effectively.
The Adidas RX Series Padel Racket (£100-110) costs more than the Dunlop Rocket Ultra Padel Racket (£50). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are intermediate players, the extra investment in the Adidas RX Series Padel Racket can pay off.