Adidas Adipower Junior 3.4 2025
Score8.4/10
Adidas' Adipower Junior 3.4 is a round control padel racket built specifically for children and teenagers, weighing just 310–330 g with an even balance. A 10/10 maneuverability score and soft EVA Performance core make it the easiest-handling entry in the Adipower junior lineup.

Description
Brand
Adidas
Level
intermediate
Style
control
Shape
round
Balance
even
Hardness
soft
Weight
310-330g
Season
2025
Score
Power6/10
Control9/10
Ball exit8/10
Maneuverability10/10
Sweet spot9/10
Pros
- ✓310–330 g weight range is among the lightest in the Adipower family, earning a 10/10 maneuverability score that lets children swing freely and change direction without effort
- ✓Round frame with an even balance achieves 9/10 on both control and sweet spot, giving juniors a generous, forgiving hitting zone that rewards developing stroke mechanics
- ✓Soft EVA Performance core cushions impact and scores 8/10 on ball exit — elastic enough to return pace on soft swings without requiring adult-level force
- ✓Fiberglass faces keep the overall construction flexible and arm-friendly, reducing the vibration that harder carbon faces would transmit to small wrists
- ✓Structural perimeter reinforcements increase frame durability, extending the racket's service life through the heavy contact and floor drops that are common in junior practice
Cons
- ✗Power is rated 6/10 — the lowest in the spec sheet — by design: the 310–330 g weight and soft core prioritize ease of use over pace generation
- ✗Even balance at junior weight levels provides minimal stability against strong incoming balls from adult opponents or advanced peers
- ✗The 310–330 g range and junior sizing make this unsuitable for adult players, even those seeking a lighter frame