Padel Racket Review - Wilson Endure Ls V1

What the reviewers say

Reviewers across the Endure line agree the LS is the most forgiving of the three. Total Padel / Padel Warehouse (Aladdin) played it alongside the full range and found the soft, low-balance feel especially useful for quick direction changes: "Fast movements were easier to execute thanks to the 355g weight, either in defense or in attack. It will not offer the strongest smash ever, but you'll be able to build the point with ease and comfort."

Hotel Palas ran an in-depth comparison on court and highlighted the LS's sweet spot size and relatively comfortable touch: "The LS is the one with the most ball exit speed and the widest sweet spot of the three. Maneuverability is very, very good." He was honest that the softer face can give unexpected ball rebound on harder impact shots, and that for finishing smashes the racket gives slightly less leverage than the stiffer standard Endure.

Zona de Padel tested the whole collection on court and singled out the LS's maneuverability: "The maneuverability is spectacular. It feels like a feather and you are always controlling the racket exactly how you want. It's one of the most comfortable rackets I've used all year." He noted the Comfort Flex surface is essentially a fiberglass racket, making it a gentle option for players with elbow issues, and that the textured surface does transfer spin noticeably despite feeling subtle to the touch.

PADEL WORLD compared the Endure and Endure LS head-to-head with recreational players: the LS attracted players who wanted "speed, comfort, and maneuverability" while those who favored more authority and weight behind the ball preferred the standard Endure. One player testing the LS said bluntly "it's too light" while a female tester preferred its effortless swing and forgiving off-center feel, calling out the large sweet spot as a standout.

Our take: Chris's summary

The Endure LS V1 does exactly what it promises. For right-side players who like to close points with a committed swing and extra weight behind the shot, the 355g build will feel too featherlight to generate real authority off the back wall. Where it earns its place is in the hands of players still building consistency: the wide sweet spot and soft Comfort Flex face minimize off-center punishment, and the low balance makes every reaction at the net feel almost effortless. Defensive players and those dealing with arm soreness will find it genuinely easy to live with over a long match.

The LS's Comfort Flex face absorbs incoming pace well, which makes it predictable on resets and defensive lobs. The dual-density core keeps vibration low, so even hard-hit balls at the net return cleanly. Hotel Palas noted that for a racket this soft, the ball exit speed on volleys and blocks is well-controlled, less prone to the unexpected rebound that can plague softer frames. The 255mm low balance keeps the weight out of the head during defensive lunges, reducing fatigue late in matches.

The trade-off for the comfortable face is finishing power. On heavy smashes the softer Comfort Flex face absorbs some energy, and several reviewers found they had to commit to a more deliberate swing to keep the ball moving at pace. Hotel Palas was direct: the LS surprised him with manageable smash results, but he noted the lighter build lacks the leverage the stiffer Endure V1 provides. Total Padel observed the LS "will not offer the strongest smash ever" but allows effective point-building at comfortable contact speeds. The rough ExactTouch surface does add usable spin on víboras and bandejas without extra swing speed, which helps when attacking from a defensive position.

Net play is where the LS really earns its reputation. The 355g weight and low balance make it quick to redirect at the net, and reviewers consistently praised it for volley feel. Zona de Padel described volleys as "magnificent because with a racket that's easy to lift and then drop, you always get the timing right." The rough texture transfers spin on volleys without demanding a high swing speed, and the large sweet spot keeps off-center volleys in play. For chiquita and touch shots the Comfort Flex face gives a soft, predictable connection. Those who want to dominate the net with hard, flat finishing volleys will need more weight and a stiffer frame.

How it compares

Wilson Endure V1 2026: The direct sibling shares the same round shape, Y-Beam throat, and Control Foam+ core, but uses a stiffer UD carbon face, weighs around 365g, and sits slightly higher in balance. The standard Endure V1 gives more authority on finishing shots and feels more reactive off pace, while the LS is easier to swing and softer to the touch. Players who want to grow toward a firmer feel should start with the LS and move to the V1 when they're ready; advanced players should skip straight to the V1 or Pro.

Adidas Metalbone CT 2026: In the same mid-range control category, the Metalbone CT is round-shaped and control-oriented, but with a more conventional carbon face and a slightly heavier build that rewards better-timed strokes. The LS is more forgiving and better suited to developing players; the Metalbone CT asks a bit more technically but gives more feedback to players who want to sharpen their game.