Technical Viper Soft 3.0

Offensive racket that combines power with extra comfort thanks to a dedicated comfort power layer.

Platform-created modelIntermediateAdvancedPowerAggressiveSpecs unverified

Shape: Diamond
Weight: 355–375 g
Balance: High
Feel: Medium

Best price

€184.90

Platform score 7.5/10

Offensive racket that combines power with extra comfort thanks to a dedicated comfort power layer. Babolat lists a weight of ~365 g and a 3K Soft Carbon face.

Who is this racket for?

Best for: Intermediate and advanced players who attack and finish points overhead.
Playing style: Power / Aggressive
Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Recommended for: Players who live at the net and generate their own racket speed.
Not ideal for: Beginners, or anyone who mostly defends from the back glass.

The diamond shape is clearest in the front view: the widest point sits up near the tip.

The balance point is shown in the edge view with the balance overlay.

Platform evaluation: our interpretation of the specs, not a manufacturer claim.

What reviewers say

2 sources summarisedChecked 7 Oct 2026

Padelful finds it firmer than the word Soft suggests, but noticeably less harsh than the Technical Viper. Ball exit is easy for an attacking racket, though clean contact still matters.

What testers like

Easy power on smashes and volleys
Smoother, less tiring impact
Attacking diamond that isn't brutal

Watch out for

Doesn't rescue sloppy preparation
Off-centre hits are obvious
Head-heavy setup can tire the arm

Suits: Advanced attackers who want more comfort than the standard Viper.

Paladex’s read

The Viper most attackers should actually buy.

Our opinion, drawn from the sources below. We haven’t play-tested this racket.

Sources

Platform scores

Overall platform score

7.5/10

Sample evaluation

Power8.7

Control6.6

Maneuverability6.0

Forgiveness5.9

Sweet spot5.9

Defence6.0

Attack8.9

These are Paladex's own evaluation scores (methodology v0.2 (sample)), not manufacturer-certified measurements. Scores are on the same 1–10 scale across the site.

Specifications

UnverifiedBrand-listed specs from the official product page, collected 6 Oct 2026. Balance, Frame material, Core added from retailer and review listings (Padelful, Tennis Nuts), 7 Oct 2026; not checked against the brand. Hardness, Thickness, Surface finish from Babolat and Padel Nuestro (12 Oct 2026). Weight corrected from Babolat (12 Oct 2026). Official product page

Brand: Babolat
Model: Technical Viper Soft 3.0
Collection: Viper
Year: 2026
Shape: DiamondWidest high up near the tip, tapering in straight lines to the throat. The sweet spot sits high on the face. Maximum leverage for overheads and smashes. The smaller, higher sweet spot punishes off-centre hits, so it rewards good technique.
Weight: 355–375 gA mid-range weight that most adult players handle comfortably, balancing stability and speed.
Balance: High (head-heavy) · ≈ 272 mm (estimated)Where the weight is concentrated. Hits harder on smashes and volleys, but feels slower to swing and is more demanding on the shoulder and elbow. Higher balance generally favours power, lower balance usually improves maneuverability.
Thickness: 38 mmA full 38 mm profile (the regulation maximum) gives more stability and power.
Frame material: 100% carbon
Face material: 3K Soft Carbon
Core: Black EVAA mix of comfort and precision that suits most intermediate players.
Surface: 3D textureThe most bite on the ball, for players who rely on spin and effects.
Hardness: MediumA balanced core density.
Sweet spot: High on the faceDerived from the shape class. The 3D zone is an illustration, not a measurement.
Grip & handle: Standard handle with overgrip