Bullpadel Black Dragon 4.0
Score8.6/10
Bullpadel's Black Dragon 4.0 is a round control padel racket with a head-light balance and ultra-soft EVA core. A perfect 10/10 on both control and sweet spot — the joint-highest scores in the spec sheet — make it one of the most forgiving and precise placement rackets in the Black Dragon series.

Description
Brand
Bullpadel
Level
advanced
Style
control
Shape
round
Balance
head-light
Hardness
soft
Weight
360-375g
Score
Power6/10
Control10/10
Ball exit8/10
Maneuverability9/10
Sweet spot10/10
Pros
- ✓10/10 sweet-spot score — the maximum — driven by the round shape and ultra-soft EVA core working together to maximize the forgiving contact zone across the entire face, nearly eliminating the concept of an off-center hit for advanced defensive players
- ✓10/10 control rating confirms the head-light balance, soft construction, and centered round geometry deliver the most placement-accurate response in the Black Dragon lineup, shot after shot
- ✓Head-light balance at 360–375 g scores 9/10 on maneuverability, allowing advanced players to react instantly at the net and redirect the ball without frame resistance during fast exchanges
- ✓Ultra-soft EVA core absorbs vibration more aggressively than standard EVA grades, keeping the arm healthy during extended defensive sessions that generate high shot volumes
- ✓3D rough surface texture on the round face enables topspin and slice production without compromising the soft, placement-first character of the core and balance
Cons
- ✗Power sits at 6/10 — the lowest stat in the spec sheet — as the ultra-soft core and head-light balance deliberately absorb energy rather than returning it, making this racket unsuitable for pace-first players
- ✗Soft touch reduces firmness on aggressive net volleys — players who finish points with sharp, hard-angle volleys will find the ultra-soft core feels insufficiently crisp under high wrist force
- ✗Ball exit of 8/10 is the one metric where the soft core contributes positively, but it cannot compensate for the 6/10 power ceiling when opponents want raw pace