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Adidas Cross IT CTRL

8.4 / 10
Community rating

Best for: Best for Upper intermediate versatile or advanced control players

Shape: Round
Weight: 368g
Balance: Head Light

Where to Buy

Adidas Cross IT CTRL padel racket - front view

Pros

  • Excellent build quality
  • Great balance of power and control
  • Comfortable feel on impact
  • Good value for money

Cons

  • May require adjustment period
  • Limited availability in some regions

Performance Scorecard

Overall

(summary of attributes below)

8.4

Power

8.0

Control

9.0

Sweet Spot

8.0

Maneuverability

8.5

Comfort

7.0

Spin

5.0

Specifications

  • MSRP $350
  • Weight 368g
  • Shape Round
  • Balance Head Light
  • Surface Aluminized carbon fiber
  • Core Medium-Hard EVA
  • Hardness Medium-hard

Cross IT CTRL

This is the round version of Adidas’s new Cross IT line, which has a long handle, aggressive 3D roughness, and aerodynamic bridge. This racket has the touch - same EVA and surface - as 2023’s Adipower CTRL 3.2.

Expert Reviews of adidas Cross IT CTRL

Average score: 8.4 • Based on 4 expert reviews • Last updated: Aug 2025

8.4

La Chiquita Padel

Feb 27, 2024

"Versatile offering with great maneuverability and a long grip. The balance is high for a round racket."

Power

8.0

Control

9.0

Sweet Spot

8.0

8.3

Padel Test by Roberto Cardi

Feb 12, 2024

"A great expression of power in my smashes. Test models weighs 369g and balances at 26.8cm."

Power

8.0

Control

9.0

Sweet Spot

8.0

8.8

Padelzoom

Aug 11, 2025

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Power

8.0

Control

9.0

Sweet Spot

9.0

8.1

Virgin Active Padel Club ZA

Feb 21, 2024

"This is the round shaped racket of the Cross IT line, which has a longer handle and more aggressive roughness than other Adidas rackets. This racket suits upper level players seeking precision and spin."

Power

8.0

Control

9.0

Sweet Spot

7.0

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