Bullpadel
XPLO Comfort 2026
The Bullpadel XPLO Comfort 2026 is the comfort variant of the XPLO: Fibrix face and MultiEva core. Power 8 and smash 8 with much more comfort and tolerance than the raw standard XPLO.
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Highest score in the XPLO line
Explosive • Comfortable • Forgiving
The Bullpadel XPLO Comfort 2026 is the accessible variant of the XPLO, Bullpadel's raw power diamond model. Same attacking diamond shape and high balance, but a softer Fibrix face instead of X-Tend Carbon 12K and a MultiEva core. Power 8, smash 8, comfort 8.
The Bullpadel XPLO Comfort 2026 weighs 360–370g, with a diamond shape and high balance. Profile 38mm. Face: Fibrix (carbon/fiberglass). Core: MultiEva. Frame: 100% Carbon Tube. RRP ~€260.
Within the XPLO range, this is the comfort variant: the same attacking geometry as the XPLO, but a softer face. Its relationship is the same as between the Hack 04 and Hack 04 Comfort.
Bullpadel XPLO range for 2026:
| Model | Face | Shape | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| XPLO 2026 | X-Tend Carbon 12K | Diamond | Raw power |
| XPLO Comfort 2026 | Fibrix | Diamond | Power with comfort |
Technologies:
- Fibrix, a weave of flexible fiberglass and stiff carbon for a softer response
- MultiEva, multi-density core: denser outer layers for power, soft inner layer for cushioning
- Ease Vibe, vibration absorption in the grip
- Air React Channel, channel that reduces air resistance for maneuverability
Comfort 8 and forgiveness 8 are the core scores. Fibrix combines flexible fiberglass with stiff carbon, giving much softer contact than the raw XPLO's X-Tend Carbon 12K face (comfort 6). For attackers wanting the XPLO but finding its extreme flagship too demanding, that is the starting point.
The MultiEva core determines tolerance. Denser outer layers give punch on full shots, while the softer inner layer softens off-center contact. Combined with Ease Vibe and Vibradrive, it keeps contact comfortable even during longer play. Sweetspot is 8/10.
Diamond shape with high balance remains: power 8 and smash 8, with no loss of attacking character. Compared with the standard XPLO (power 10), softer Fibrix sacrifices some extreme drive for much more comfort and tolerance. Control is 7/10.
Defense is 6/10. High balance and diamond shape keep the center of gravity toward the head, limiting defensive play. This remains an attacking racket, just much more accessible than the raw flagship. The pattern is the same as the Hack 04 Comfort: the comfort variant is more accessible on PADEL CHAPTER's playability scale than the demanding standard.
The XPLO 2026 has an X-Tend Carbon 12K face and power 10: a raw, demanding power flagship with little cushioning (comfort 6). The Comfort uses a softer Fibrix face and MultiEva core for much more comfort and tolerance. Same diamond shape, but more accessible to play.
For experienced attackers wanting the XPLO diamond with softer contact. Fibrix and MultiEva make it more tolerant than the extreme 12K flagship, while high balance retains attacking character and smash 8.
CMF stands for Comfort. Bullpadel officially lists it as XPLO CMF 26; retailers use XPLO Comfort 2026. It is the comfort variant within the XPLO range, comparable to the Hack 04 Comfort's relationship with the Hack 04.
Some. Fibrix gives less extreme power than the standard XPLO's X-Tend Carbon 12K (power 10 versus 8). In return, you get much more comfort and tolerance, making it accessible without losing attacking character.
Advantages
Comfort 8 and forgiveness 8: Fibrix and MultiEva provide much more cushioning than the raw XPLO (comfort 6)
Retains attacking diamond character: power 8 and smash 8
Sweetspot 8: the MultiEva core and diamond mold keep the hitting area more generous
Ease Vibe and Vibradrive for vibration absorption
Considerations
Sacrifices some extreme power 10 compared with the standard XPLO
Defense 6: high balance and diamond shape limit defensive play
Fibrix gives a less direct response than the X-Tend Carbon 12K flagship
What you will notice as a player
The smash gets plenty of easy power; you do not need a full follow-through to put the ball away.
The sweet spot offers forgiveness: slightly imperfect contact loses little accuracy.
Comfortable in long matches: the racket cushions contact well, with little feedback in your arm.
At the net you react a little more slowly: the weight sits forward, so quick adjustments take more effort.
No pronounced weakness, but no single shot where the racket particularly stands out either.
Which shots are affected most?
| Situation | What will you notice? |
|---|---|
| Defense | Reasonable: a calm swing returns most balls off the glass. |
| Volley | Comfortable and stable; aiming is easy and you keep the ball low. |
| Bandeja | Easy to control: the ball stays reasonably low and predictable. |
| Vibora | It works, but speed and bite must mostly come from your own technique. |
| Smash | Its strongest point: maximum power with little effort, sending the ball away like a rocket. |
| Block | The forward weight makes quick blocks more demanding than with an agile racket. |
| Off-center ball | Forgiving: just outside the sweet spot you lose little and the ball stays on course. |
Well suited to
Less suited to
This racket is likely to suit you if you…
have a sensitive arm and need cushioning
want more comfort and cushioning
want more power and strength in your smash
like to play an attacking, explosive game
This racket may disappoint if you…
want a very direct, crisp feel
want a light and agile racket
want to react quickly to hard-hit balls
You will probably appreciate this racket if you…
- •want to finish points with power from the back of the court;
- •value an explosive smash and vibora more than comfort;
- •want a forgiving racket with a generous sweet spot;
You may run into limitations if you…
- •value quick hands at the net more than power;
- •want a pronounced specialist rather than an all-round racket;
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