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Buy the Wilson Bela Pro v2 for spin-led tactics, otherwise the Babolat Counter Viper for straight-line power.
Two heavyweight signature rackets. The Babolat Counter Viper at £170 sits in the Viper line associated with Juan Lebron-style attacking play. The Wilson Bela Pro v2 at £230 is Fernando Belasteguin's signature weapon, teardrop shape, 355 to 370g, medium-high balance, Infinity Core, with Wilson's Spin Effect Tech etched into the surface for genuine extra grip on the ball.
The £60 gap buys you something tangible with the Bela Pro v2.
The Counter Viper is more aggressive and more accessible. It's a stronger pick if you swing fast and want pure power without needing to baby the racket.
If you're chasing spin as your weapon and have the technique to use it, Bela. If you want raw acceleration on smashes, Viper.
Hand-written editorial — not auto-generated. By Gary, RacketRise.
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| Category | Padel Rackets | Padel Rackets |
| Sport | Padel | Padel |
| Skill Level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Weight | 365-380g | 355-370g |
| Shape | Diamond | Teardrop |
| Balance | High | Medium-High |
| Core | Hard EVA | Infinity Core |
| Surface | Carbon fibre | Carbon fibre with Spin Effect |
| Thickness | 38mm | 38mm |
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The main differences are: Weight: Babolat Counter has 365-380g vs 355-370g. Shape: Babolat Counter has Diamond vs Teardrop. Balance: Babolat Counter has High vs Medium-High. Overall, the Babolat Counter Viper Padel Racket is best for advanced players while the Wilson Bela Pro v2 Padel Racket suits advanced players.
Neither is specifically designed for beginners — the Babolat Counter Viper Padel Racket suits advanced players and the Wilson Bela Pro v2 Padel Racket suits advanced players. Beginners may find both challenging.
The Wilson Bela Pro v2 Padel Racket (£230) costs more than the Babolat Counter Viper Padel Racket (£170). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are advanced players, the extra investment in the Wilson Bela Pro v2 Padel Racket can pay off.