Our verdict
The Counter Veron is a round control racket from Babolat's 2026 Counter line. Babolat lists it at 365 g ± 10 g with a 270 mm balance, a Black EVA core and a Carbon Flex face. Independent reviewers rate its control, sweet spot and manoeuvrability highly and its smash power lower.
It's our best for intermediates: the easiest step up from a beginner racket, with more pop than fibreglass but the same forgiving round head. Players who finish most points overhead will want a teardrop or diamond.
Best for: players in their second or third year who want more pop without losing control.
Avoid if: you want maximum smash power: it's built for control.
We don't print prices or stock: they change daily. Check the model year on the shop's page before you buy.
Specs
| Model checked | Counter Veron 2.6 (2026) |
|---|---|
| Shape | Round |
| Balance | Medium |
| Weight | 355–375 g |
| Feel | Medium reported |
| Core | Black EVA |
| Face | Carbon Flex |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Play style (estimated) | All-rounder |
| Data confidence | High |
Values without a tag come from the maker's own website. "Reported" comes from independent review databases or retailers; "estimated" means no source we checked lists it.
Good
- Easy to swing, forgiving
- Carbon face gives more pop than beginner fibreglass
Less good
- Pricey for a round racket
The 2026 model
The 2026 Counter Veron (version 2.6) shares its Black EVA core and 100% carbon frame with the lighter Counter Vertuo. The Veron adds a Carbon Flex face and about 15 g, which give more ball speed and stability once your swing is consistent.
What independent reviewers say
Padelful
- Rates control, sweet spot and manoeuvrability highly and power lower.
- Praises stable defensive blocks and lobs and easy handling from the back of the court.
- Notes limited finishing power on smashes and volleys.
Summaries in our own words, checked 2026-10-11. Follow the links for the full reviews.
Alternatives worth a look
Babolat Counter Vertuo
Control player- Power
- 4
- Control
- 8
- Speed
- 7
- Comfort
- 8
- Sweet spot
- 9
NOX AT10 Genius 18K Alum
All-rounder- Power
- 8
- Control
- 6
- Speed
- 5
- Comfort
- 6
- Sweet spot
- 6
Head Coello Vibe (2025)
All-rounder- Power
- 6
- Control
- 6
- Speed
- 6
- Comfort
- 9
- Sweet spot
- 6
See it in our best rackets 2026 guideCompare with Babolat Counter Vertuo
Questions
Is the Babolat Counter Veron good for beginners?
It's forgiving enough, but a lighter fibreglass racket like the Counter Vertuo is easier in your first year. The Veron suits players who already hit the ball cleanly.
What's the difference between the Counter Veron and Counter Vertuo?
Same core and frame. The Veron has a Carbon Flex face and weighs about 15 g more, so it gives more pop. See Counter Veron vs Counter Vertuo.
Is the Counter Veron a power racket?
No. It's a round control racket. It gives a little more ball speed than fibreglass rackets but isn't built for big smashes.
How heavy is the Babolat Counter Veron?
Babolat lists 365 g ± 10 g with a 270 mm balance.
Sources and limits
- https://www.babolat.com/us/counter-veron-2.6/150181.html
- https://www.padelful.com/en/rackets/babolat-counter-veron-2026
- We haven't play-tested this racket. The stats are estimates from specs; see how we rate.