Dunlop Nanomax Pro Padel Racket (2026)

Padel Reference lists a teardrop racket of 365 g with a balanced weight distribution, a Pro EVA core, a graphite frame and a rough Extra Grip face, with straight holes. It describes a versatility racket for players who want a mix of control, power and manoeuvrability, with the rough surface helping spin. A UK retailer describes the Pro EVA as high-density, firm and responsive, and durable.

Padel Reference's expert ratings are modest, power 7, control 8, comfort 8, manoeuvrability 8, effect 6 and tolerance 8. That is a rounded, forgiving racket rather than one built for attack.

A UK retailer lists the Pro as a hybrid and gives a weight of 360 to 370 g with an even balance, while Padel Reference and Zona de Pádel say teardrop and Padelspeed calls the balance medium. Level ranges from beginner and occasional players on Skorpionas to intermediate and advanced on Padel Reference.

The season matters more. Most 2026 listings give a graphite frame with a fibreglass face, while the 2025 listing shows a carbon frame and face and a diamond head. Padelspeed notes that the 2025 listings are not fully consistent, so we cannot say how the two compare in the hand. Our Nanomax Pro 2025 is a separate page.

The Nanomax Lite (and last season's Nanomax Lite 2025) is the lighter, lower-balance version aimed at beginners, so the Pro is the one for a player who has outgrown it. For a carbon-faced Dunlop at the next level up, the Galactica Team is the intermediate choice, and the 2026 FX Team sits above it. If you want a diamond for attacking, the Tristorm Pro is the improver choice.

Attackers who want a carbon face and a head-heavy feel, and anyone who needs one settled spec sheet before buying. Our intermediate padel rackets and advanced padel rackets pages list firmer choices, and our teardrop padel rackets page covers the shape.

Add fresh padel balls, an overgrip from our padel grips range, proper padel shoes and a racket protector. Our guide to choosing a padel racket covers weight and shape, and the full padel racket range has the rest.