PadelNox AT10 Genius 18K 2026 vs. Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026
Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026 or Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026? Here Nox's teardrop-shaped model goes head to head with Babolat's teardrop variant – with all the technical data and our rating (8.8 vs. 8.2 out of 10).
The Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026 scores above all with “A rare balance of power and control”, the Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026 with “Very high power on smashes and serves (9.2/10)”. Which one suits you better depends on your playing style, level and budget – the table and our verdict below make the choice concrete.
| Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026 | Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nox | Babolat |
| Rating | ★ 8.8/10 | ★ 8.2/10 |
| Price | €204.90With our link €184.41 | from €198 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight (lighter = easier to handle, heavier = more stable) | 365 g | 355 g |
| Balance | Medium | Medium |
| Hardness | Medium | Medium |
| Core | MLD Black EVA | X-EVA-Sandwich |
| Frame | Carbon 18K | Carbon 16K |
| Surface | Rough | Rough |
| Handle length | Short | Standard |
| Power | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Control | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Arm-friendly | Not really | Not really |
| Level | Intermediate, Competitive | Intermediate |
Prices for Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026
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Padel ProShop cheapest €204.90 · as of 2026-11-14 5 working days · from Spain with code PADELADT10 (−10%) – already applied via our link and deducted at checkout€184.41 Go to the shop
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Racketshop free shipping 2–5 working days€204.90 Go to the shop
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Amazon free shipping Amazon price as of 14.11., 16:17 – the price shown on Amazon at the time of purchase applies€205.13 Go to the shop
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Smashinn €203.99 + €5.99 shipping 5–6 working days · from Spain€209.98 Go to the shop
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Padel Market free shipping 4–5 working days · from Spain€239.95 Go to the shop
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Smash-Expert free shipping 3–8 working days · from France€258 Go to the shop
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Sportlet as of 2026-10-09€214.90 Sold out
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Padelstore24 as of 2026-11-06€229.90 Sold out
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Padel-Point as of 2026-11-05€239.95 Sold out
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Tennis-Point as of 2026-11-05€239.95 Sold out
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Ofertas de Padel as of 2026-11-08€226.15 Sold out
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Padel Nuestro as of 2026-11-08€204.95 Sold out
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Padel Iberico as of 2026-11-11€186.81 Sold out
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Prices for Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026
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Sport Bittl cheapest free shipping 2–4 working days · from Germany€198 Go to the shop
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Smashinn €192.99 + €5.99 shipping 5–6 working days · from Spain€198.98 Go to the shop
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Racketshop free shipping 2–5 working days€219 Go to the shop
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PadelXpert free shipping 1–4 working days · from Germany€219.95 Go to the shop
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Padel-Point free shipping 1–4 working days · from Germany€222.95 Go to the shop
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Tennis-Point free shipping 3–4 working days · from Germany€222.95 Go to the shop
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Amazon free shipping Amazon price as of 14.11., 16:17 – the price shown on Amazon at the time of purchase applies€228.86 Go to the shop
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Smash-Expert free shipping 3–8 working days · from France€232.72 Go to the shop
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Sportlet as of 2026-09-23€189.90 Sold out
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Padel ProShop as of 2026-09-30€271.95 Sold out
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Padel Market as of 2026-10-14€287.95 Sold out
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Padel Nuestro as of 2026-10-28€179.95 Sold out
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Racket Room as of 2026-10-29€169.90 Sold out
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Who wins where?
- Power AT10 Genius 18K 20268 Air Viper 2.6 20267
- Control AT10 Genius 18K 20268 Air Viper 2.6 20267
- Weight (lighter = more manoeuvrable, heavier = more stable) AT10 Genius 18K 2026365 g Air Viper 2.6 2026355 g
- Price AT10 Genius 18K 2026€203.99 Air Viper 2.6 2026€192.99
- Rating AT10 Genius 18K 20268.8 Air Viper 2.6 20268.2
Highlighted = better value · turquoise = tie
Which one suits you?
Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026
Choose the Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2026 if …
- ✓ you want more power and pace in attack
- ✓ precision and control matter more to you
- ✓ you want more stability and punch against hard balls
- ✓ you play competitively and want an uncompromising model
Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026
Choose the Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026 if …
- ✓ you prefer a lighter, more manoeuvrable racket
- ✓ price matters to you
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Last updated: November 2026 · How we rate
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