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NOX Equation Soft Advanced (2026)

Editorial assessment · 2026 model

The Equation Soft Advanced 2026 suits an improving player who likes a softer contact and some help getting the ball away on a short swing. It combines HR3 Soft EVA with a fibreglass face, round head and medium balance. The textured face and replaceable wrist cord give you useful features without moving into NOX's carbon-face competition models.

Best for
Improving players who like a soft response for defensive lifts, blocks and controlled volleys.
Main trade-off
The rebound that helps on a short swing may require more care when absorbing incoming pace.
Nox Equation Soft Advanced 2026 (Racket) product photograph supplied by the retailer
  • ShapeRound
  • Weight360–375 g
  • BalanceMedium balance (manufacturer description; no measurement published)
  • LevelIntermediate

Where to buy

€124.95

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Our assessment

What to compare during a trial

Include a defensive lift after the glass and a block against a faster ball. Those shots ask different things of the core: help with rebound on one, restraint on the other. Compare Hard if you repeatedly send blocks long with Soft.

The current NOX page lists 360–375 g, although an earlier brochure and some retailers give 355–365 g. If you need a racket below 365 g, ask for the weight of the actual unit before ordering.

Consider an alternative if: Your present soft racket already sends the ball long when you block a fast shot.

Strengths

  • HR3 Soft EVA provides the softer option within the Equation pair.
  • Exclusive Spin adds texture for players developing spin shots.
  • Smartstrap makes the wrist cord replaceable.

Drawbacks

  • It may feel too lively for a player who prefers firmer feedback.
  • The Soft name does not promise a lower racket weight.

Specifications

Shape
Round
Balance
Medium balance (manufacturer description; no measurement published)
Weight
360–375 g
Surface
Fiber Glass 3K, three-layer fibreglass
Frame
Carbon
Core
HR3 Soft EVA
Surface texture
Exclusive Spin: central 3D hexagonal texture, sand finish elsewhere
Hardness
Soft
Technologies
AVS, Dynamic Composite Structure, Smartstrap, Exclusive Spin: central 3D hexagonal texture, sand finish elsewhere, 38 mm thickness
Manufacturer code
PEQUSADV26
Barcode (EAN)
8435778902751
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FAQ

Is Equation Soft lighter than Equation Hard?
Do not assume so. NOX currently lists Soft at 360–375 g and Hard at 355–365 g. Some earlier Soft listings give 355–365 g, so its exact weight deserves checking if you have a firm limit. Choose Soft for its softer contact, then select a unit within the weight you can handle.
Is Equation Soft suitable for a beginner?
Yes, it can suit an improving beginner who likes a soft feel and handles its weight comfortably. The round head and softer core fit that use, even though NOX positions it for intermediate players. Compare X-Hero first if you specifically want a lighter 350–360 g option.

Alternatives

Adidas Drive padel racket, product photograph supplied by Padel Market

Adidas

Adidas Drive (2026)

A straightforward first racket with a round head, fibreglass face and soft EVA core. Check the 360–375 g weight range before buying. Compare its delivered price with the older Drive 3.4.

Shape
Round
Weight
360–375 g
Balance
Medium
Face
Fibreglass
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€80.00In stock · Padel Market

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Researched 2026-09-07 · Last updated 2026-09-07 · How we assess gear

€124.95In stock at Padel Market