Which padel racket should I buy?

As a simple guide:

• Beginner: choose a round or forgiving teardrop racket with a soft or medium feel, medium-low balance, and comfortable weight.
• Intermediate: look for a balanced teardrop or hybrid shape that gives you more power without becoming hard to control.
• Advanced: consider stiffer foams, carbon faces, higher balance, or diamond shapes if you already generate clean contact and want more attacking power.

Also think about arm comfort. If you have elbow, wrist, or shoulder sensitivity, avoid rackets that feel too heavy, too stiff, or too head-heavy.

If you are between two rackets, choose the one you can swing comfortably for a full match. A racket that helps you make clean contact is usually better than one that only feels powerful on perfect shots.