Babolat Pure Aero Plus 2026 Racket
Series: Pure Aero
$299.00
One of the games most powerful and spin-friendly weapons gets updated with a faster feel.
Frame specs
| Head Size | 100in² |
| String Pattern | 16x19 |
| Length | extended |
| Strung Weight | 11.3oz / 320g |
| Balance | 12.99in / 32.99cm / 6 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 330 |
| Stiffness | 65 |
| Beam Width | 23mm / 26mm / 23mm |
| Composition | Graphite |
| Power Level | Low-Medium |
| Stroke Style | Medium-Full |
| Swing Speed | Medium-Fast |
| Racket Colors | Grey/Yellow |
| Grip Type | Babolat Syntec Pro |
| String Pattern Detail | 16 Mains / 19 Crosses |
| String Tension | 46-55 pounds |
Where to buy
What players say
Tennis Warehouse's playtest team liked the extended 27.5" frame for its easy spin, surprising maneuverability, and heavier ball, but wanted more mass in the handle. Actual buyer reviews on the same product page are split: some love the spin and pace, while several longtime Aero/Pure Drive Plus owners call this generation's feel muted, low-powered, and a step down from prior versions.
Best for
- Baseliners wanting extra reach and leverage
- Players who already generate their own racquet head speed
- Heavy topspin, grinding groundstroke games
- Servers wanting more kick from added length
Pros
- Generates heavy topspin with relatively little effort, per multiple playtesters
- Feels faster and more maneuverable through the air than a typical extended frame
- Adds leverage and pace on kick serves
- Some buyers report strong spin and pace gains over their previous racquet
Cons
- Several buyer reviews describe the power as muted or anemic compared to older Aero Plus/Pure Drive Plus frames
- Multiple reviewers wanted more mass, especially in the handle, for better plow-through
- Some users found volleys dead and lacking punch
- A few longtime Aero Plus owners called this the worst version they've owned
Voices
— Chris, TW playtester (4.5, one-handed backhand), Web
I was getting some pace and shape on it that I've not seen in a few years.
— Troy, TW playtester (4.5, all-court), Web
I would like to add some weight...mostly in the handle for better plow-through.
— Oak, TW playtester (4.5, counterpuncher), Web
Great for hammering low balls, but a tad slower through the air than preferred.
— Anonymous buyer, CA, Web
Love the spin and power this racquet has...My opponents comment how much the ball kicks and jumps.
— Clark R., IL, Web
This thing doesn't even register as a Babolat frame. Anemic power and very muted.
— Jorge S., IL, Web
Huge APD+ fan...have owned every version of this raquet and arguably it's the worst.