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from €311.95 incl. shipping at Padel-Point · cheapest of 8 shops compared
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Agustín Tapia's all-rounder for 2027: teardrop shape, aluminised 18K carbon and MLD Black EVA core, new with the VCS anti-vibration system.
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Difference from the Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026: New are the VCS anti-vibration system (60% less arm vibration according to Nox) and a reworked EOS tunnel; teardrop shape, weight, 18K aluminium carbon, MLD Black EVA core, Dual-Spin surface and the medium hardness stay the same. The 2026 model currently costs €184.41 – around €128 less.
We compared the Nox data sheets and product texts for both model years on noxsport.com. Checked on 28/09/2026.
Price incl. shipping with discount code (PADELADT10)
Lowest price €311.95 (14.11.) · highest price €390 (30.09.) – in each case the cheapest daily price across all shops, including shipping.
The Nox Genius 18K Alum 2027 (Agustín Tapia) cost €389.95 on 29.09. and is €311.95 today – that's €78 less. That is also the lowest level since we started tracking. With a discount code, the best price was €311.95 (14.11.). We've been tracking the price since 29.09.: 47 days with price changes.
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The Genius 18K remains the versatile model of the Tapia series in 2027: teardrop shape, 360 to 375 grams, medium balance and a face of aluminised 18K carbon that, according to Nox, reacts the same even in changing temperatures. The MLD Black EVA core is meant to deliver pressure on the smash and stay controllable in defence. New are the VCS anti-vibration system, which according to Nox keeps 60% more vibration away from the arm than on the predecessor, and an aerodynamically reworked EOS tunnel. The balance can be adjusted with additional weights (Weight Balance). In play tests it stands out above all for its manoeuvrability and a large, forgiving sweet spot; on the smash it delivers less push of its own than the 12K and Attack models, and in play it is hard to tell apart from its predecessor.
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 Teardrop means: the sweet spot sits a little higher – more punch in attack than a round racket, more forgiving than a diamond; plus the medium balance as the all-round standard. The medium-hard core balances feedback and comfort. With power 7 and control 8 out of 10, it is geared slightly more towards precision than power.
With a forgiveness rating of 4.9 out of 10, it is less forgiving than 77% of the teardrop-shaped rackets in our comparison. 8 of the 21 shops in our comparison stock this racket, with prices from €311.95 to €390 – a €78 difference for the same model.
Intermediate to advanced and competitive players looking for an all-rounder for the whole court who want to fine-tune the balance themselves.
| Shape | Teardrop |
|---|---|
| Weight | approx. 365 g |
| Balance | Medium |
| Hardness | Medium |
| Core | MLD Black EVA |
| Frame | Carbon 18K (aluminised) more direct ball exit and more feedback than fibreglass |
| Surface | Rough |
| Level | Intermediate, Competitive |
| Power | 7/10 |
| Control | 8/10 |
| Forgiveness (estimated) | 4.9/10
balanced |
| Arm-friendly | Not really |
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Last updated: November 2026 · How we rate
Our classification: Intermediate and Competitive. Its forgiveness is 4.9 out of 10 – balanced.
The Nox Genius 18K Alum 2027 (Agustín Tapia) weighs 365 g and has a teardrop shape, a medium balance and a medium-hard core (MLD Black EVA). The frame is made of Carbon 18K (aluminisiert).
Not by our rule: the core is medium-hard, 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-Point was the cheapest of 8 shops in our comparison at €311.95 including shipping. We check prices daily; the current ones are at the top of this page.
New are the VCS anti-vibration system (60% less arm vibration according to Nox) and a reworked EOS tunnel; teardrop shape, weight, 18K aluminium carbon, MLD Black EVA core, Dual-Spin surface and the medium hardness stay the same. The Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026 costs €128 less today.
The closest matches in shape, hardness, balance, weight and price: Nox Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 (Agustín Tapia) (8.6/10), Siux Diablo Pro 2027 (8.1/10) and Siux Electra Pro Red 2027 (Franco Stupaczuk) (8.1/10).
Tapia's teardrop with aluminised 12K Xtrem carbon – in 2027 with a new MLD Black EVA core and the VCS anti-vibration system.
Teardrop shape with medium balance and a medium-hard core – at 365 g, a racket for powerful, aggressive play that still feels balanced in the hand.
Franco Stupaczuk's Electra Pro is a teardrop with medium balance, an EVA Mid core and a sandy 3K carbon face – attacking, with plenty of grip for spin.
Side by side: vs. Nox Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 · vs. Siux Diablo Pro 2027 · vs. Siux Electra Pro Red 2027