Babolat Counter Vertuo 2026 padel racket

Babolat · 2026

Babolat Counter Vertuo 2026 review

A round padel racket for control players and beginners, with a medium-soft feel and a weight of 340–360 g. Huge forgiving sweet spot

RoundMedium-Soft touch

Catalogue rating8.3/10

Power: 6.6
Control: 7.9
Manoeuvrability: 8.9

Editorial scores out of 10 from the catalogue source.

At a glance

Season: 2026
Shape: Round
Weight: 340 - 360 gr
Touch: Medium-Soft
Core: Black EVA
Faces: Fiberglass
Frame: 100% Carbon

Strengths and tradeoffs

Strengths

Huge forgiving sweet spot
Very easy defensive blocks
Comfortable, arm-friendly impact

Tradeoffs

Limited punch on smashes
Little extra bite at net
Needs your own pace

More from the catalogue review

Babolat Counter Vertuo 2026 review: a round control racket with a soft feel, huge sweet spot, and easy handling for defensive play.

Rebound: 9.2/10

Sweet spot: 9.1/10

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