adidas Metalbone 2026 (3.5) Ale Galan vs Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026

The main difference: adidas Metalbone (3.5) Ale Galan has a medium feel, Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 a hard one. There are other differences too, set out below. Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 is £8 cheaper today.

Compared on the brands’ published specs and the prices we record from UK shops. We have not play-tested either racket. Prices checked 5 October 2026. We may earn a commission if you buy through a shop link; it does not change the price.

adidas · Diamond · Professional

adidas Metalbone (3.5) Ale Galan

£199.99delivered

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Babolat · Diamond · Advanced

Babolat Technical Viper 3.0

£191.99delivered

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Which one suits you

Pick the adidas Metalbone (3.5) Ale Galan if

You want a bit more give: the core is medium rather than hard, so it is less harsh on off-centre hits.
You want a lighter racket: about 18 g less.
You already hit the ball cleanly: the brand pitches it at strong competitive players.

Pick the Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 if

You want to spend less: it is £8 cheaper delivered today (£191.99 against £199.99).
You swing fast and want a crisper response: the core is firmer.
You want the more forgiving of the two: the brand pitches it at advanced players, so it asks less of your technique.

Not a factor, because they are the same on both: shape (both diamond), balance (both high).

Specs side by side

Rows that differ are highlighted.

	adidas Metalbone (3.5) Ale Galan	Babolat Technical Viper 3.0
Shape	Diamond	Diamond
Weight	345 to 360 g	360 to 380 g
Balance	High	High
Feel	Medium	Hard
Core	EVA Soft Performance	Hard EVA (Black EVA)
Face	Carbon Aluminized 16K	Carbon 3K with Carbon Power Layer
Surface	Rough	3D
Frame	Carbon with Octagonal Structure and Power Groove	Carbon
Spin	High	High
Level	Professional	Advanced
Style	Power	Power
Season	2026	2026
Player	Ale Galán	Not published
RRP	£340	£320