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Control variant of the Metalbone range with balance adjustable via weight plates.
Strengths and weaknesses
Strengths
✓ Balance individually adjustable via weight plates
✓ Wide, centred sweet spot for a control racket
✓ Aluminised 16K carbon: stable without feeling rock-hard
Weaknesses
✗ Expensive
✗ Requires clean technique – not a beginner's racket
✗ Deliberately not designed for raw power
Padel ProShopcheapest€234.90 · as of 2026-11-145 working days · from Spainwith code PADELADT10 (−10%) – already applied via our link and deducted at checkout
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Lowest price €219.80 (10.10.) · highest price €299 (23.09.) – in each case the cheapest daily price across all shops, including shipping.
The Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 cost €298.98 on 25.08. and is €234.90 today – that's €64.08 less.
With a discount code, the best price was €211.41 (14.11.).
We've been tracking the price since 25.08.: 81 days with price changes.
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Our impression
The control version of the Metalbone series, aimed by adidas at advanced and competitive players with clean technique. The special feature is the Weight & Balance system: plates and screws let you shift the weight – mounted at the top, the balance moves towards attack; close to the handle, control increases. Manufacturer specifications (EAN 8435739405819): round shape, 345-360 g, balanced balance, 38 mm profile, Carbon Aluminized 16K.
At 355 g, it is lighter than three quarters of all models in our comparison: quick to handle and easy on the arm, but more of the power in attack has to come from your own swing. Head shape Round means: a large, central sweet spot – lots of control and forgiveness, little power of its own; plus the medium balance as the all-round standard. The soft core takes the sting out of the ball and is the gentler choice for sensitive arms. With power 6 and control 9 out of 10, it is clearly built for precision.
With a forgiveness rating of 7.5 out of 10, it is easy-going, even though 68% of the round models in our comparison leave even more margin for error. 5 of the 21 shops in our comparison stock this racket, with prices from €211.41 to €299.95 – a €89 difference for the same model.
Who is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 for?
Advanced and competitive players who want a control-oriented racket and want to adjust the balance themselves.
Specifications
Shape
Round
Weight
approx. 355 g
Balance
Medium
Hardness
Soft
Core
Soft Performance EVA
Frame
Carbon Aluminized 16K
more direct ball exit and more feedback than fibreglass
What level of player is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 suited to?
Our classification: Intermediate and Competitive. Its forgiveness is 7.5 out of 10 – forgiving, wide hitting area.
How heavy is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 and how is it built?
The Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 weighs 355 g and has a round shape, a medium balance and a soft core (Soft Performance EVA). The frame is made of Carbon Aluminized 16K.
Is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 arm-friendly?
Yes. Soft core, medium balance and 355 g – easy on elbow and shoulder. That meets our rule for arm-friendly rackets: soft core, no head-heavy balance, round or teardrop shape, 360 g at most.
Where is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 cheapest?
On 14/11/2026, Padel ProShop was the cheapest of 5 shops in our comparison at €211.41 including shipping. The price applies with the discount code PADELADT10. We check prices daily; the current ones are at the top of this page.
What are the alternatives to the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026?
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