Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026 vs Bullpadel Vertex 05 2027

The main difference: Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026 has a high balance, Bullpadel Vertex 05 2027 a medium one. There are other differences too, set out below. Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026 is £114 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 · Diamond · Advanced

Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026

£191.99delivered

Cheapest at Express Padel, 4 shops compared

See all 4 prices →

Bullpadel · Diamond · Professional

Bullpadel Vertex 05 2027

£305.99delivered

Cheapest at Everything Padel, 4 shops compared

See all 4 prices →

Which one suits you

Pick the Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026 if

You want to spend less: it is £114 cheaper delivered today (£191.99 against £305.99).
You want more weight behind the ball: the balance is higher, towards the head.
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.

Pick the Bullpadel Vertex 05 2027 if

You want it quicker in the hand and easier on the arm: the weight sits lower.
You want a bit more give: the core is medium rather than hard, so it is less harsh on off-centre hits.
You already hit the ball cleanly: the brand pitches it at strong competitive players.
You want the current model (2027).

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

Specs side by side

Rows that differ are highlighted.

	Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026	Bullpadel Vertex 05 2027
Shape	Diamond	Diamond
Weight	360 to 380 g	365 to 375 g
Balance	High	Medium
Feel	Hard	Medium
Core	Hard EVA (Black EVA)	MultiEva
Face	Carbon 3K with Carbon Power Layer	Xtend Carbon 12K
Surface	3D	Sandy
Frame	Carbon	Carbon Tube (100% carbon)
Spin	High	High
Level	Advanced	Professional
Style	Power	Versatile
Season	2026	2027
Player	Not published	Juan Tello
RRP	£320	£340