Arkos
By Padeldex Editorial Team · Published 27 January 2026 · Updated 27 January 2026
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Review Summary
The Starvie Arkos (2026) is a round-shaped padel racket with a low balance. Its round profile keeps the balance lower and the sweet spot central, making it one of the more forgiving, control-oriented options for players who prioritise placement.
Expert review scores for this racket are still being aggregated and will appear here once published. In the meantime, its specifications give a clear picture of the profile it is built for.
Under the hood it pairs a 3D face, a S-EVA Flex core, Fiberglass construction. At its listed weight with a low balance, it should feel manageable and forgiving in the hand. That makes it a strong fit for players who value placement, defence and a comfortable feel over outright power.
Strengths
- ✓Round shape is forgiving and control-friendly
- ✓Low balance keeps it nimble and easy to control
- ✓Fibreglass face offers a softer, more forgiving feel
Trade-offs
- ✕Round shape trades away some top-end power
Specifications
- Shape
- round
- Weight
- 358g
- Balance
- low
- Core
- S-EVA Flex
- Face / Surface
- 3D
- Composition / Frame
- Fiberglass
- Year
- 2026
- RRP
- €150
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