adidas Metalbone 2026 (3.5) Ale Galan vs Bullpadel Hack 05 2027

The main difference: adidas Metalbone 2026 (3.5) Ale Galan has a medium feel, Bullpadel Hack 05 2027 a hard one. There are other differences too, set out below. adidas Metalbone 2026 (3.5) Ale Galan is £106 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 2026 (3.5) Ale Galan

£199.99delivered

Cheapest at Express Padel, 4 shops compared

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Bullpadel · Diamond · Professional

Bullpadel Hack 05 2027

£305.99delivered

Cheapest at Everything Padel, 4 shops compared

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Which one suits you

Pick the adidas Metalbone 2026 (3.5) Ale Galan if

You want to spend less: it is £106 cheaper delivered today (£199.99 against £305.99).
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.

Pick the Bullpadel Hack 05 2027 if

You swing fast and want a crisper response: the core is firmer.
You want the current model (2027).

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

Specs side by side

Rows that differ are highlighted.

	adidas Metalbone 2026 (3.5) Ale Galan	Bullpadel Hack 05 2027
Shape	Diamond	Diamond
Weight	345 to 360 g	365 to 375 g
Balance	High	High
Feel	Medium	Hard
Core	EVA Soft Performance	MultiEva
Face	Carbon Aluminized 16K	TriCarbon 18K
Surface	Rough	3D
Frame	Carbon with Octagonal Structure and Power Groove	Carbon (Hack Core 5)
Spin	High	High
Level	Professional	Professional
Style	Power	Power
Season	2026	2027
Player	Ale Galán	Paquito Navarro
RRP	£340	£340