Most of the HEAD attention in the UAE goes to the Coello line, and fairly so — he's world No.1. But HEAD builds two other advanced-level rackets that don't carry his name and get overlooked as a result: the Extreme Pro and the Speed Pro X. Different shape, different balance, different job on court. If you've outgrown an intermediate racket and the Coello Pro feels like too much of a commitment — in price or in stiffness — these two are worth knowing about.

The two, side by side

HEAD Extreme Pro — the most powerful racket in HEAD's Extreme line

HEAD Extreme Pro is a diamond-shaped, head-heavy racket built for expert and competitive players chasing maximum smash output. It's the straightforward power option in HEAD's range — no hybrid compromise, no even-balance concession. If your game is built around finishing points at the net rather than constructing the rally, this is the shape and balance combination that rewards that.

Honest con: diamond shape plus head-heavy balance is the exact combination that punishes off-centre hits and loads the arm hardest. If you've had any elbow or wrist discomfort, read our padel elbow guide before buying this one — it's not the racket that forgives a mishit.

HEAD Speed Pro X — teardrop, even balance, built for all-court play

HEAD Speed Pro X takes the opposite approach: teardrop shape, even balance, built for advanced and competitive players who want a racket that covers both defence and attack rather than committing fully to one. It's HEAD's answer for players who move around the court rather than parking at net waiting for a smash.

Honest con: even balance means it won't match the Extreme Pro's raw smash power. If your game genuinely is finish-at-net, this will feel like it's holding you back — that's not a flaw, it's just not what this racket is for.

Which one actually fits you

The decision here isn't about level — both are advanced-tier rackets at a similar price — it's about how you actually play. Finish points at net, commit fully to the smash: Extreme Pro. Move the ball around, mix defence and attack, want one racket that does both reasonably well: Speed Pro X. Neither is a stepping stone to the other — they're built for different styles, so don't buy the more expensive one assuming it's simply "better." The Speed Pro X's higher price reflects the teardrop construction, not a higher performance tier over the Extreme Pro.

Both currently sit at a single unit in our Dubai stock — if either is the one you want, don't assume it'll still be there next week.

Already own a Coello racket and wondering how these compare? See our full Coello Pro vs Motion vs Team breakdown. Not sure which HEAD actually fits your level and how you play? Message us on WhatsApp and tell us straight — we'll point you to the right shape, even if that means a different brand.

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