Reddit · r/Padelracket · Jun 25, 2026 · summarized
MixedSwitched from the Vertex 04 to the ST4: it helps with mishits, but they feel it doesn't have enough bite.
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Hybrid2025Ranked #1 in Best of 2025
Easy power and control at a good price, though feel divides opinion and several report paint chips.
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Reddit · r/Padelracket · Jun 25, 2026 · summarized
MixedSwitched from the Vertex 04 to the ST4: it helps with mishits, but they feel it doesn't have enough bite.
Players like it for easy power, control and light, manoeuvrable handling at a good price. Feel divides opinion, with some finding it dry and stiff and others too bouncy. Several report paint chips or cracks, and a few find the sweet spot small.
Of the 136 reviews with a clear verdict, 48% are positive, 38% mixed and 15% negative. The praise mentioned most is easy power. The most common complaint is durability issues.
The complaints reviewers mention most: durability issues (8 reviews), small sweet spot (5 reviews) and demanding (3 reviews). For example: Selling it: not enough power, too hard and disappointing build quality.
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