Gear

Padel balls compared

Padel balls from the major brands compared by homologation, balls per can and listed level, from each brand's published specs.

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Valor's gear database compares 11 padel balls from 4 brands (Babolat, Black Crown, Bullpadel, Dunlop) using each brand's published specs and list prices. Use the table to shortlist, then check fit and price with a retailer. Nothing here has been tested by Valor.

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Padel balls compared: based on published specs
BallHomologationBalls per canLevel or conditionsList price
Babolat AceFIP3–$7.50 (October 11, 2026)
Babolat CourtFIP/FFT3–$6.50 (October 11, 2026)
Black Crown One–3–€5.00 (October 11, 2026)
Black Crown Pro–3–€6.00 (October 11, 2026)
Bullpadel FIP NextFIP (International Padel Federation)3High altitude€5.50 (October 11, 2026)
Bullpadel FIP Next ProFIP (International Padel Federation)3Low altitude€5.99 (October 11, 2026)
Bullpadel Premium Pro–3High and low altitude€4.99 (October 11, 2026)
Dunlop Eco Padel–3Intermediate€8.99 (October 11, 2026)
Dunlop Fort PadelFIP approved (brand-stated)3Advanced€8.99 (October 11, 2026)
Dunlop Pro PadelFIP approved (brand-stated)3Advanced€7.99 (October 11, 2026)
Dunlop Team Padel–3Beginner€6.99 (October 11, 2026)

11 items from 4 brands, compiled from each brand's own product pages on the date shown. Prices are list prices on the brand's site (euro prices are from the brand's European store) and change often. Valor has not tested these products; items with enough published specs link to a full profile.