bullpadel
Axym
Shape
round
Weight
365g
Balance
medium
Price
$200
Bullpadel Ionic Control
7.3 / 10
Based on 5 expert reviews Best for: Intermediate and/or advanced players seeking control and less power
Shape: Round
Weight: 370g
Balance: Head Light
Where to Buy
Pros
- Really good for beginners and intermediate players due to the large sweet spot. Advanced players may want more power.
- Good maneuverability at the net and good balance. For the slow balls in the back of the court, I could have had more power
- Centrally located, and very big
Cons
- May not suit all play styles
Performance Scorecard
Overall Score Average of core attributes below
8.0
Contributing Scores
Power
7.8
Control
8.0
Sweet Spot
8.0
Maneuverability
6.9
Additional Metrics
Comfort
7.0
Spin
5.0
Specifications
- MSRP $220
- Weight 370g
- Shape Round
- Balance Head Light
- Surface Carbon fiber and fiberglass
- Core Multi-EVA
- Hardness Medium-soft
About the Bullpadel Ionic Control
Ionic Control
Bullpadel’s intermediate Next line is composed of the Ionic and Axym models. These models both have surfaces made of a mixture of carbon fiber and fiberglass and MultiEVA cores, which grant them a great compromise between comfort, ease of play, power, and control.
They are also notably best buys, usually on sale for under €200.
This model has a round shape, similar to a teardrop, which creates a medium balance. Players will notice that its medium-soft touch results in the ball being absorbed slightly upon impact. This high ball output can help propel the ball across the net during low-speed shots but may result in a loss of power in smashes.
Reviewers note: the racket was tested in comparison with other control rackets - Metheora Dual, Adipower CTRL 3.2 - at 25°C.
Expert Reviews of bullpadel Ionic Control
Average score: 8.0 • Based on 5 expert reviews • Last updated: Aug 2025
7.3
Guillermo MG
Aug 11, 2025
"Intermediate and/or advanced players seeking control and less power"
Power
6.0
Control
9.0
Sweet Spot
9.0
7.5
Padelzoom
Aug 11, 2025
""
Power
8.0
Control
7.5
Sweet Spot
7.5
7.8
Victor Zayas
Aug 11, 2025
"Hard to maneuver. Ok power. Best at medium speed due to its soft core and surface which absorbs the ball on fast swings. I lose control on fast balls due to the bounce effect. Sweet spot is very big and located slightly above the center of the racket face."
Power
8.0
Control
9.0
Sweet Spot
9.0
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