A padel racket consists of a core made of rubber and an exterior made of either fiberglass or carbon fiber, it can also consist of a combination of both. Even though fiberglass is a bit cheaper and carbon fiber is more expensive both materials are quite fragile. The more advanced rackets are therefore often made of carbon fiber.

Something you should look for when buying your new racket is the weight. A racket weighs anywhere between 355-395 grams. A light racket is between 355-375 grams and a heavier one between 375 - 395 grams. Normally, beginners, ladies and juniors use light rackets and men who play a lot use heavier rackets. The heavier the racket is, the harder it is to handle but it also gives more power when hitting the ball.