PadelTestLab

adidas metalbone lite

Score7.8/10

The adidas metalbone lite is a diamond-shape padel racket weighing 360–375 g, designed for advanced players. Its head-heavy balance and soft core drive explosive power on smashes and overheads, rewarding players with an attacking mindset.

adidas metalbone lite

Description

Brand
adidas
Level
advanced
Style
power
Shape
diamond
Balance
head-heavy
Hardness
soft
Weight
360-375g

Score

Power
9/10
Control
7/10
Ball exit
8/10
Maneuverability
6/10
Sweet spot
9/10

Who this racket is for

The adidas metalbone lite targets advanced players with consolidated technique who want more performance without yet moving to a pure competition racket. Its diamond shape moves the sweet spot to the top of the face, giving more leverage and power at the cost of some tolerance. The high balance adds weight to the swing and pushes the racket toward an offensive profile. The soft hardness provides feel and helps ball exit for players with slower swing speed. Its 360-375g weight range places it in the medium-weight group, the most common among amateur players.

Pros

  • Diamond shape and head-heavy balance maximise overhead power and drive depth
  • Very wide sweet spot consistently forgives off-centre contact
  • Soft feel and vibration dampening protect the arm and reduce fatigue
  • High power output drives finishing shots deep with pace and authority
  • Good ball exit produces comfortable pace on drives and overheads

Cons

  • Head-heavy balance can fatigue the arm during extended play
  • Reduced maneuverability makes fast net exchanges more physically demanding
  • Less suited to defensive players who prefer head-light, round-shape rackets

In the brand's lineup

Within adidas's lineup, the metalbone lite positions itself as a distinctive alternative. With an overall score of 7.8/10, it's a solid choice within its price range.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the adidas metalbone lite for?

The adidas metalbone lite targets advanced players. It needs consolidated technique and is not recommended for beginners.

How much does the adidas metalbone lite weigh?

The adidas metalbone lite weighs 360-375g according to the manufacturer's stated specs.

What's the adidas metalbone lite's PadelTestLab score?

The adidas metalbone lite scores 7.8/10 in our review, based on power, control, ball exit, maneuverability and sweet spot.