# Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 specs and who it suits

> Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026: round shape, 345 to 360 g, medium balance, €390 RRP. See who it suits, similar rackets and your AI match score.

Source: https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/adidas/metalbone-ctrl-2026
Last updated: 2026-09-29

The Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 is a round padel racket with a medium-feel EVA Soft Performance core, weighing 345 to 360 g with medium balance. It plays as a control racket and lists at €390 RRP. Our match engine rates it best for beginners, at 80 out of 98.

By [Ruzgar Yesil](https://padelaiapp.com/about), Padel AI. Updated 29 September 2026.

- Round
- 345 to 360 g
- Medium balance
- €390 RRP
- 2026 season

## Who the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 is right for

Our match engine scores every racket for six player types, the same engine as the [AI racket finder](https://padelaiapp.com/features/padel-racket-finder). 98 is the ceiling. The rank is its position among all rackets for that player.

| Player | Score /98 | Verdict | Rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Beginner | **80** | Excellent fit | #40 of 862 |
| Intermediate all-rounder | **89** | Good fit | #111 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, left side | **83** | Workable | #417 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, right side | **86** | Good fit | #143 of 1214 |
| Advanced attacker | **79** | Workable | #508 of 1214 |
| Elbow or arm trouble | **78** | Workable | #384 of 1165 |

## Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 specs

Manufacturer specifications. Price is the euro RRP; UK street prices are usually lower.

| Spec | Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 |
| --- | --- |
| Shape | Round |
| Weight | 345 to 360 g |
| Balance | Medium |
| Core | EVA Soft Performance |
| Feel | Medium |
| Face | 16K aluminized carbon |
| Frame | Carbon fiber |
| Playing style | Control |
| Season | 2026 |
| RRP | €390 (pro band) |

## What the specs mean on court

On the numbers, the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 makes most sense for beginners, intermediate all-rounders and intermediate right-side players.

A round head keeps the sweet spot big and central. Mishits stay in play, and placement is easy; you supply the power on the smash yourself. The medium core is a compromise between comfort and a crisp response.

These scores assume the answers of a typical player of each type. The [free racket finder](https://padelaiapp.com/features/padel-racket-finder#finder) scores it for your own answers, and the Padel AI app goes further: film one match and it scores your real technique, then re-ranks all 1,418 rackets for the way you actually play. Compare the rest of the range on our [Adidas rackets](https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/adidas) page.

## Rackets similar to the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026

The closest current rackets in our catalogue by shape, feel, weight, price and how they play.

| Racket | Shape | Weight | Feel | RRP |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Adidas Metalbone CTRL 3.4 2025](https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/adidas/metalbone-ctrl-3-4-2025) | Round | 345 to 360 g | Medium | €390 |
| [Star Vie Raptor 2026 Plus](https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/star-vie/raptor-2026-plus) | Round | 350 to 365 g | Medium | €315 |
| [Star Vie Raptor Pro Touch 2025](https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/star-vie/raptor-pro-touch-2025) | Round | 350 to 385 g | Medium | €264 |
| [Star Vie Astrum Pro 2025](https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/star-vie/astrum-pro-2025) | Round | 350 to 385 g | Medium | €279 |
| [Star Vie Drax 2026 Plus](https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/star-vie/drax-2026-plus) | Round | 350 to 365 g | Medium | €270 |
| [Star Vie Astrum Soft 2025](https://padelaiapp.com/rackets/star-vie/astrum-soft-2025) | Round | 350 to 385 g | Medium-Soft | €279 |

## Check it against 1,417 other rackets

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## Questions about the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026

### Is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 good for beginners?

It scores 80 out of 98 for a beginner in our match engine, which is excellent fit, ranking #40 of 862 eligible rackets. It is a sensible first racket.

### Is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 a power or a control racket?

It plays as a control racket. The round shape and medium balance keep the sweet spot low and central, which favours control and forgiveness.

### How heavy is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026?

The manufacturer lists it at 345 to 360 g. Most padel rackets sit between 350 and 375 g; this one is on the light side, quick at the net and easier on the arm.

### Is the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 good for tennis elbow?

For a player with arm trouble it scores 78 out of 98, workable. A softer core would absorb more of the impact. See a physio if the pain persists.

### How much does the Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 cost?

The recommended retail price is €390. UK shops usually sell below RRP, and the price drops further once the next season's model arrives.