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Dunlop Rocket Ultra is the safer and cheaper first frame; Head Extreme EVO suits beginners wanting more attacking shape.
Both budget rackets under £75, but with different temperaments. The Head Extreme EVO is 350-365g, teardrop shape, medium balance, Power Foam core and fibreglass face at 38mm. Teardrop adds attacking capability while staying manageable, and the lightweight build is a genuine plus for new players. Head are upfront: less forgiving than a round racket, basic materials.
The Dunlop Rocket Ultra at £50 is an all-skills frame and a fiver cheaper. Dunlop's racket-sport heritage gives it a slightly more athletic feel out of the box.
For a first racket, the Dunlop is the safer call — cheaper and more forgiving in feel. The Head is the better choice if you already know you want a slightly more attacking entry frame.
Hand-written editorial — not auto-generated. By Gary, RacketRise.
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| Category | Padel Rackets | Padel Rackets |
| Sport | Padel | Padel |
| Skill Level | Beginner | Beginner |
| Weight | 355-375g | 350-365g |
| Shape | Round | Teardrop |
| Balance | Low | Medium |
| Core | Soft EVA | Power Foam |
| Surface | Fibreglass | Fibreglass |
| Thickness | 38mm | 38mm |
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The main differences are: Weight: Dunlop Rocket has 355-375g vs 350-365g. Shape: Dunlop Rocket has Round vs Teardrop. Balance: Dunlop Rocket has Low vs Medium. Overall, the Dunlop Rocket Ultra Padel Racket is best for beginners while the Head Extreme EVO Padel Racket suits beginners.
Both the Dunlop Rocket Ultra Padel Racket and Head Extreme EVO Padel Racket are suitable for beginners. The Dunlop Rocket Ultra Padel Racket offers the better value entry point at £50.
The Head Extreme EVO Padel Racket (£55-75) costs more than the Dunlop Rocket Ultra Padel Racket (£50). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are beginners, the extra investment in the Head Extreme EVO Padel Racket can pay off.