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| Category | Padel Rackets | Padel Rackets |
| Sport | Padel | Padel |
| Skill Level | Intermediate | Beginner |
| Weight | 360-375g | 360-370g |
| Shape | Diamond | Hybrid |
| Balance | Medium-High | Medium |
| Core | Black EVA | Soft EVA |
| Surface | Carbon fibre | Fibreglass |
| Thickness | 38mm | 38mm |
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The main differences are: Weight: Babolat Technical has 360-375g vs 360-370g. Shape: Babolat Technical has Diamond vs Hybrid. Balance: Babolat Technical has Medium-High vs Medium. Overall, the Babolat Technical Viper Padel Racket is best for intermediate 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 Babolat Technical Viper Padel Racket is aimed at intermediate players and may be more demanding to use effectively.
The Babolat Technical Viper Padel Racket (£140) 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 intermediate players, the extra investment in the Babolat Technical Viper Padel Racket can pay off.