Wilson
Editorial assessment · 2026 model
The Optix V2 Lite is a sensible first-racket option if you want a round head and a lighter weight. This Lilac version has a fibreglass face and soft, low-density Core Foam, with retailers listing 355 g. Wilson also gives it a 14 cm handle, worth trying if you use a two-handed backhand.
Where to buy
In stock at Padel Market
Delivery cost: €12.95 · 1-2 days
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Lilac and White share the round head, fibreglass face, soft foam and listed 355 g weight. Choose between them by colour, current offer and the individual racket available. There is no documented reason to pay more for Lilac expecting different performance.
The bigger choice is Lite versus Power. Lite is round and listed at 355 g; Power is teardrop-shaped and listed at 360 g. Both use soft Core Foam, so moving to Power is not automatically an upgrade to a harder racket.
Consider an alternative if: You prefer a firm carbon face, a rough surface or a teardrop head.
Adidas
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.
Adidas
A round Adidas for learning the game, with a fibreglass face and EVA Soft Performance core. Its 360–375 g range deserves a check if you use a light club racket. Compare the RX with the Drive before paying extra.
NOX
The NOX X-Auro 2026 is a round racket with fibreglass, HR3 EVA and a low-balance label. It is a sensible beginner candidate if a 360–375 g racket is comfortable to handle.
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Open the racket chooserResearched 2026-09-07 · Last updated 2026-09-10 · How we assess gear
