Dunlop Eco Padel Balls (Dozen)

SGI Europe's launch report from July 2023 describes a pressure-less core under synthetic felt, with Dunlop believing the design extends shelf life. A retailer describes the felt as built for repeated impacts and abrasion. Dunlop's page and a retailer describe the packaging as recyclable and plastic-free.

None of the sources say the rubber or felt is recycled, which is how many people read the word. The eco claim is about the packaging and the long shelf life, and the shelf-life point is Dunlop's own claim rather than a tested one.

A pressurised ball is sealed under pressure and starts going flat once opened, which is why a ball pressuriser helps. A pressureless ball has no pressure to lose, so there is nothing for a pressuriser to keep. That suits someone who plays now and then, or a club that leaves balls out for lessons.

The usual trade is feel, since players who care about bounce tend to prefer a pressurised ball. We found no measured comparison, so judge it on court. Our full range is on the padel balls page.

Dunlop's premium pair is the Pro Padel and the Fort, the Team is the coaching ball and the Eco single tube is the way to try one can first. The listing count is not stated for the dozen, so confirm it at checkout.

Players who want the liveliest bounce, anyone entering competitive matches and anyone who read eco as recycled. Our padel balls page lists pressurised options. If you are still choosing a racket, our beginner padel rackets page is a good start, and our guide to choosing a padel racket explains shape and weight.