8.7

Conclusion

This is a racket for the advanced player who wants to dictate from the net without losing the point on the first miss. In our testing it rewards clean, committed contact with low, penetrating volleys and a heavy smash, while staying more composed in defense than most frames this firm. The trade-off is honest: mishits drop off sharply, and the hard feel gives little comfort on long days. If you are still building consistency, look elsewhere. If you trust your timing and play to attack, it is one of the most complete control-power rackets of the 2026 line.

Power9.1/10

Control9.1/10

Defense7.6/10

Offense9.0/10

Maneuverability9.0/10

Padel Racket Review - Siux Electra ST5 Pro Shadow Red 2026

Name: Siux Electra ST5 Pro Shadow Red 2026
Brand: Siux

Reviewed & Researched by Christoph Herrmann

Left-handed right-side player with an attacking, finishing game

Always overperforms in the warm-up, always underperforms in the match. Such is life.

The Electra Pro Shadow Red is Franco Stupaczuk's racket for 2026, and it wears its intentions plainly: a teardrop built to attack. What sets it apart from the usual power-first signature frame is how much control sits underneath the bite. The Hard EVA core and 15K carbon faces give a firm, direct response, but Siux has kept the balance manageable rather than top-heavy. The result is a racket that wants you on the front foot without turning every ball into a power contest. Here is how that plays out on court.

How it plays..

A firm racket that stays honest

From the first few balls, the Electra Pro feels solid and connected. The teardrop shape carries the mass slightly toward the head, so you get weight behind the ball on the attack, yet during testing it never felt unwieldy. The sweet spot is medium and sits a touch high, and it gives clear, immediate feedback. Centre the ball and the response is crisp and rewarding; miss it and you know straight away. This is a racket that hands its best results to players with repeatable, clean contact.

Defense

Calmer in defense than its bite suggests

The pleasant surprise is the defensive side. For a racket this firm, it resets points with more composure than we expected. From the baseline, blocks stay stable under pace, and lobs come off with enough control to find depth when you commit to the swing. It will not do the work for you, the hard core asks for a complete stroke, but it does not panic when you are stretched. Players who defend first and then turn the rally will find it dependable.

Attack

Power that rewards timing

This is where the racket earns its name. With clean contact and real swing speed, the smash is heavy and lands with authority. The firm core transfers energy directly, so little is lost on the way through the ball, but that also means it gives nothing back on a lazy swing. You have to bring the technique. For players who can, the offense is among the most penetrating in the 2026 line; for those who cannot yet, it will feel demanding.

Netplay

Sharp and precise at the net

At the net the Electra Pro is in its element. Volleys come off low and firm, keeping opponents pinned and uncomfortable, and the response in fast exchanges is quick and predictable. The bandeja sits well, and the rough 3D face adds a useful layer of spin on the víbora to keep balls dropping and biting. Placement feels confident rather than wild, which is exactly what a net-dominant player wants.

Our Advice for New Players

Not the place to start

We would steer beginners away from this one. The hard feel, the demands on timing, and the unforgiving response off-centre make it a frustrating racket to learn on. There is little margin here, and a developing player will spend more time fighting the racket than improving with it. Start with something softer and more rounded, then revisit a frame like this once your contact is consistent.

Our Advice for Intermediate Players

For strong, ambitious intermediates only

Intermediates can grow into the Electra Pro, but only those with a solid, repeatable swing and an attacking mindset. If you have stopped mishitting regularly and want a racket that sharpens your net game and adds bite to your smash, it will reward the step up. If your contact is still inconsistent, the firmness will expose it. Be honest about where your game is before committing.

Competitive level

A complete weapon for the aggressive player

Advanced and competitive players are the target, and it shows. The Electra Pro gives precise, controlled power, a stable defensive base, and a genuinely sharp net game in one frame. It demands clean timing and offers little comfort over long days, so it suits players who play to attack and trust their fundamentals. For a net-dominant, offensive game, it is one of the most complete control-power options Siux has released this year.

Research & References

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Pros & Cons

Strengths

Low, penetrating volleys that keep opponents pinned at the back
Composed defense and reliable resets for a racket this firm
Heavy, accurate smashes when contact is clean
Quick, predictable response in fast net exchanges
Extra spin from the rough 3D face on bandeja and víbora

Considerations

Punishes off-centre contact with a clear drop in pace and feel
Hard, direct feedback offers little comfort over long sessions
Demands clean timing, unforgiving for developing players

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Perfect For

Recommended for

Advanced and competitive players with a clean, aggressive game, especially net-dominant players who want control underneath their power. Comfortable on both sides, best when attacking.

Skill level

Advanced, High Advanced, Professional

Court position

Left

Play style

Offensive, Tactical

Best at: Power (9.1/10)

Average: 8.8/10