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Assessment based on manufacturer data – not played by us · How we rate
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A balanced 12K carbon diamond between power and control.
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Difference from the Kombat Etna 2025 (Manu Martín): The data is thin here: Kombat itself does not use model years at all, only a reference “2425” and alongside it “2.5” versions – the years 2025 and 2026 are only assigned by the shops. Whether two different rackets are behind the two offers cannot be determined from the manufacturer's information. The 2025 model currently costs €117.90 – around €63 less.
We compared the manufacturer specifications at Padel Market, the range on kombatpadel.com and the test at PadelVerdict. Checked on 12/08/2026.
Lowest price €164.90 (16.09.) · highest price €180.90 (14.11.) – in each case the cheapest daily price across all shops, including shipping.
The Kombat Etna 2026 (Manu Martín) cost €164.90 on 14.07. and is €180.90 today – that's €16 more. We've been tracking the price since 14.07.: 119 days with price changes.
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A balanced diamond shape from the Manu Martín range with an even split between power and control. A solid mid-range model in the volcano collection for players who don't want extremes in either direction.
At 365 g, it is mid-range in our comparison – light enough for quick volleys, heavy enough to take hard balls with stability. Head shape Diamond means: mass high up, a small, high sweet spot – maximum power, but less margin on off-centre hits than round and teardrop; the high balance puts the mass to work on the smash, but puts more strain on the arm. The medium-hard core balances feedback and comfort. With power 7 and control 7 out of 10, it is evenly geared towards power and precision.
With a forgiveness rating of 2.6 out of 10, it is less forgiving than 56% of the diamond-shaped rackets in our comparison. Of the 2 versions of the Kombat Etna (Manu Martín) in our comparison, this is the most expensive (€180.90). Right now only Padel Market stocks this model, at €180.90 – out of 21 shops in our comparison.
Intermediate players looking for a balanced all-rounder from the volcano range.
| Shape | Diamond |
|---|---|
| Weight | approx. 365 g |
| Balance | High (head-heavy) |
| Hardness | Medium |
| Core | Black EVA |
| Frame | Carbon 12K more direct ball exit and more feedback than fibreglass |
| Surface | Rough |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Power | 7/10 |
| Control | 7/10 |
| Forgiveness (estimated) | 2.6/10
uncompromising, only for consistent hitters |
| Arm-friendly | Not really |
Last updated: November 2026 · How we rate
Our classification: Intermediate. Its forgiveness is 2.6 out of 10 – uncompromising, only for consistent hitters.
The Kombat Etna 2026 (Manu Martín) weighs 365 g and has a diamond shape, a high (head-heavy) balance and a medium-hard core (Black EVA). The frame is made of Carbon 12K.
Not by our rule: the core is medium-hard, the balance is head-heavy, the diamond shape shifts the weight upwards, 365 g is above 360 g. We only call rackets arm-friendly if they have a soft core, a balance that isn't head-heavy, a round or teardrop shape and weigh 360 g at most. Suitable models are listed in our guide to padel rackets for tennis elbow.
On 14/11/2026, Padel Market was the only shop in our comparison stocking the Kombat Etna 2026 (Manu Martín), at €180.90 including shipping. We check prices daily; the current ones are at the top of this page.
The data is thin here: Kombat itself does not use model years at all, only a reference “2425” and alongside it “2.5” versions – the years 2025 and 2026 are only assigned by the shops. Whether two different rackets are behind the two offers cannot be determined from the manufacturer's information. The Kombat Etna 2025 (Manu Martín) costs €63 less today.
The closest matches in shape, hardness, balance, weight and price: Kombat Teide 2026 (Manu Martín) (8.2/10), Nox Quantum Carbon 12K 2025 (8.2/10) and Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026 (8.3/10).
Attacking diamond from Manu Martín's volcano series with 18K carbon.
New Quantum line, separate from AT10/EA10/ML10: diamond shape with a 12K carbon face (25% lighter at the same stiffness) over an HR3 Color EVA core, Pulse system damps vibration.
The more accessible Viper: Lebrón's diamond with a Soft core – more elastic and forgiving than the standard Viper, but not a soft racket.
Side by side: vs. Kombat Teide 2026 · vs. Nox Quantum Carbon 12K 2025 · vs. Babolat Viper Soft 3.0 2026