Babolat Counter Veron 2.6 vs Counter Viper 2.6

The main difference: Counter Veron 2.6 has a high balance, Counter Viper 2.6 a medium one. There are other differences too, set out below. Counter Veron 2.6 is £70 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.

Babolat · Round · Intermediate

Counter Veron 2.6

£129.99delivered

Cheapest at Express Padel, 4 shops compared

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Babolat · Round · Advanced

Counter Viper 2.6

£199.99delivered

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Which one suits you

Pick the Counter Veron 2.6 if

You want to spend less: it is £70 cheaper delivered today (£129.99 against £199.99).
You want more weight behind the ball: the balance is higher, towards the head.
You want the more forgiving of the two: the brand pitches it at improving players, so it asks less of your technique.

Pick the Counter Viper 2.6 if

You want it quicker in the hand and easier on the arm: the weight sits lower.
You already hit the ball cleanly: the brand pitches it at advanced players.

Not a factor, because they are the same on both: shape (both round), feel (both medium), weight.

Specs side by side

Rows that differ are highlighted.

	Counter Veron 2.6	Counter Viper 2.6
Shape	Round	Round
Weight	355 to 375 g	355 to 375 g
Balance	High	Medium
Feel	Medium	Medium
Core	Black EVA	X-EVA (triple density)
Face	Carbon Flex	Carbon 3K
Surface	Rough	3D
Frame	Carbon	Carbon
Spin	High	High
Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Style	Control	Control
Season	2026	2026
RRP	£210	£280