We love the Flash Pro for its oversized teardrop shape and mid-tier price point. The enlarged surface area makes it especially suitable for beginners to padel, as they get better reach on the ball and a huge sweet spot. Those with intermediate experience will enjoy this racket too, as the fiberglass material holds up quite well and allows players to add a high level of touch to the ball.

You might not get the most power or the best long-term durability out of this racket, but its balanced design and overall value for the price makes it our top choice.

One of the most trusted names in racket sports, Babolat created the perfect racket for those looking to take it easy on their wallets. Like most budget-friendly rackets, this one offers excellent forgiveness thanks to its oversized head and a larger than normal surface area. The Contact’s 340 gram weight makes it one of the lighter rackets we reviewed. As for price? You can get this bad boy for $80, which is a certified deal if you ask us.

For those looking to grab what the pros use, this is the padel racket for you. Designed in collaboration with the former top player in the world, Fernando Belasteguin, the Bela Pro V2.5 puts his padel racket into the hands of those wanting to be the best—even you. An enhanced sweet spot topped off with a firmer EVA core provides consistent power shots when needed, plus plenty of spin for some killer ‘English’ on your shots. The slick metallic red colorway is the perfect reminder of how the Bela Pro plays the like Ferrari of padel rackets.

If the name of your game is spin, then this is the racket for you. With a super-thin graphite face, a rough-finish texture, and a medium-density EVA core, this racket allows you to bring home game winners with a furious spin even the Padel Gods would envy. The unique “V” hole also helps with control and a faster swing speed (which means greater power).

There are control rackets, and then there is the total-control racket from Franklin. The Aurora model allows for outstanding placement thanks to its carbon fiber and soft foam core. The air hole adds some bonus control and power with each swing. Just be aware you have less surface area on this racket than others on our list, so we only recommend the Franklin model for intermediate and advanced players.

Say hello to the ultimate splurge when it comes to padel rackets. With a sweet name like Metalbone, you know you’re gonna be getting one high-performance piece of equipment. Designed for total power, this racket has an adjustable weighting system to specifically match each player’s unique style. Its aggressive thanks to its high balance and diamond shape, yet flexible enough to offer the perfect control. You’re getting equal parts performance and style with this racket.