Why Bullpadel built the Xplo to complement Di Nenno
The channel frames the Bullpadel Xplo 2025 as a strategic shift: instead of doubling down on Martín Di Nenno’s elite defense, Bullpadel set out to complement it with added punch. The result is a diamond-shaped model the brand calls its “most powerful” ever. The creator, however, questions that label on court and finds a racket with notable control traits hidden beneath its power-first silhouette.
Build and specs of the Bullpadel Xplo 2025
The Xplo arrives with premium materials and a few design choices that directly impact its feel, balance and spin potential.
- Weight: official range 365–375 g (with Hesacore)
- Measured weight: 358 g without Hesacore grip (~10 g)
- Balance: 26.0 cm without Hesacore; approx. 25.5 cm with it
- Face material: 12K carbon
- Core: Multieva (firmer outer layer, softer inner)
- Shape: diamond
- Built-ins: vibration dampeners in 4 holes
The reviewer highlights a dry, comfortable impact that reminded him of the Neuron. Two drawbacks stood out: a wrist strap anchored at the edge of the butt cap (noticeable in hand and forces a consistent grip) and a near-cosmetic 3D roughness. Combined with a glossy finish and a hole pattern without central perforations, the face feels slick and makes it hard to generate spin—especially with new balls.
Build and specs of the Bullpadel Hack 04 2025
Paquito Navarro’s new Bullpadel Hack 04 targets “speed” in Bullpadel’s range, and its spec sheet supports that different intent.
- Measured weight: 364 g without Hesacore
- Balance: 27.0 cm without Hesacore
- Face material: 18K carbon
- Core: Multieva
- Handle length: 12 cm
- Face finish: matte with a more effective 3D texture
- Built-ins: vibration dampeners in 4 holes
The Hack 04 also places the wrist strap in the same low, edge-mounted location, which the creator again found intrusive. Aesthetics aside, its more perforated face and matte finish clearly grip the ball better than the Xplo.
How Bullpadel ranks power and control in 2025
The brand assigns its own power/control scores, which the channel cites to contextualize expectations:
- Xplo: 100 (power) / 90 (control)
- Hack 04: 100 / 90
- Vertex: 100 / 90
- Neuron (Chingotto): 95 / 95
The creator notes these numbers suggest similar performance, yet the rackets play quite differently on court.
Defense and control: Xplo’s agility and larger sweet spot
In the back of the court, the Xplo was the clear favorite. At 358 g with a 26 cm balance, it moves easier than its diamond profile suggests, outmaneuvering the Hack 04 for quick reactions and recovery. The feel is firm without being harsh, delivering the control the reviewer wanted in blocks, digs and resets.
He also found the Xplo’s sweet spot larger than the Hack’s. That, paired with the lower balance, gives it a forgiving, stable response. For a player like Di Nenno, the choice starts to make sense.
Spin and face behavior: matte Hack vs. glossy Xplo
This is where the two models diverge most. The Xplo’s glossy face, mild roughness and lack of central holes make the ball feel like it slips. The reviewer struggled to lift and shape lobs or add kick, noting it as the Xplo’s main weakness and a top priority for improvement.
By contrast, the Hack 04’s matte finish and more open drilling pattern grip the ball noticeably better. That advantage shows up in topspin volleys, underspin defense and especially in controlling trajectory under pressure.
Volleys and bandejas: Hack 04 hits heavier, Xplo prepares faster
At the net, the Hack 04 wins. Although it’s harder to accelerate, it produces more weight on the ball and holds up at high swing speeds. The Xplo feels like it has a power ceiling—quick off the mark but topping out earlier, “like a car that accelerates fast but maxes at 180 km/h.”
On the bandeja, the two are effectively tied. The Xplo’s easy preparation is a plus for timing, while the Hack 04 generates more spin and penetration once contact is made. If the rally demands outright ball heaviness, the Hack has the edge; if it demands quick setup, the Xplo feels more natural.
Power testing: similar smash distance, different users shine
In the creator’s smash tests, distances were practically identical between the two rackets. He would lean Xplo because it’s easier for him to handle, but he believes a stronger, more physical player will likely extract more from the Hack 04 thanks to its higher balance and stiffer, 18K face.
Who should pick each model, based on the review
The channel’s bottom line splits by player profile:
- Bullpadel Xplo 2025: for defensive-first players who want to complement their game with added punch. Priorities: light swing weight, large sweet spot, firm/dry comfort. Expect limited spin and a noticeable wrist strap placement.
- Bullpadel Hack 04 2025: for offensive players with good strength who prefer a higher balance and a dry, connected impact. It’s heavier through the shot, grippier on spin, and more stable at top speed.
As for the “most powerful in Bullpadel’s history” claim on the Xplo, the creator disagrees in practice: it behaves more like a control-leaning diamond whose power depends on the player behind it rather than raw specs alone.
