StarVie
Editorial assessment · 2027 model
The StarVie Kyra 2027 is a round, low-balance racket with X-Glass Tech fibreglass and soft S-EVA Flex. We recommend it to beginners who want a manageable first racket. Its 340–360 g range makes the actual unit weight an especially useful buying detail.
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We would choose Kyra when you want your first racket to support regular practice without adding unnecessary handling demands. A lighter unit within the published range may suit that aim particularly well, so ask the retailer for its actual weight.
Judge the feel with short blocks and controlled lobs. The softer construction should fit your swing rather than encourage you to leave the face passive on every shot.
Both have a round shape, low balance and S-EVA Flex. Shade changes to aluminised fibreglass and a 350–370 g range. We would begin with weight and price, then compare feel if both are available to try.
Consider an alternative if: You want a firm carbon face for a developed attacking game.
HEAD
The HEAD Vibe Blue/Yellow 2026 is a 350 g teardrop racket with a fibreglass face and Power Foam. We favour it for beginners and casual players who want a softer response and a modest starting weight. This is standard Vibe, separate from Coello Vibe.
Nox
The NOX X-Hero Red 2026 is a round, soft-feel racket with 3K fibreglass faces, a carbon frame and HR3 White EVA. We recommend it as a straightforward beginner shortlist choice, particularly when manageable weight and easy depth matter more than a firm attacking response.
StarVie
The StarVie Shade 2027 is a round beginner racket with low balance, Aluminized X-Glass and soft S-EVA Flex. We recommend it to players who want an accessible response for learning placement and depth. Its 350–370 g range deserves a real weight check before purchase.
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Open the racket chooserResearched 2026-10-08 · Last updated 2026-10-08 · How we assess gear
