The Head Gravity Pro is the control flagship of Head’s Gravity line — a ~365g teardrop with a low balance, Control Foam core and Auxetic 2.0 construction, built for players who win with placement, touch and precision.
Where the Extreme line chases power, the Gravity line is Head’s home for control and comfort. The Gravity Pro is its hardest, most precise model, pairing a teardrop mould (Head calls it round) with a low 265mm balance and upgraded Auxetic 2.0 for a connected, confident feel — one of the most control-oriented rackets Head makes.
This review covers its build, specs and on-court feel, and who it’s for. See also our best Head padel rackets guide, or browse all our padel gear reviews.
Head Gravity Pro at a glance
Why it wins: Head’s control flagship — a low-balance teardrop with Control Foam and Auxetic 2.0 that delivers exceptional precision and touch for placement-first players. (~$260)
- Teardrop (round) mould — central sweet spot
- Low ~265mm balance for control
- Control Foam core + Auxetic 2.0
- Hybrid Woven face + Spin Surface
Main features of the Head Gravity Pro
The Gravity Pro is engineered around control and feel:
- Teardrop (round) mould with a connected, central feel
- Low ~265mm balance for precision and easy handling
- Control Foam core for touch and depth
- Auxetic 2.0 construction for connected feedback
- Hybrid Woven face + Spin Surface for accuracy and grip
Specification of the Head Gravity Pro
Here are the full specs of the Head Gravity Pro:
- Shape: Teardrop / round
- Weight: ~365 g
- Balance: Low (~265 mm)
- Core: Control Foam
- Faces: Hybrid Woven (carbon + fibreglass)
- Player level: Intermediate–Advanced
- Type of play: Control
- Pro: —
Our review of the Head Gravity Pro
The Gravity Pro is about precision over power. The low balance and Control Foam core give it some of the best touch in Head’s range — the ball sits on the face a fraction longer, so blocks, resets and placed volleys feel connected and reliable. The Auxetic 2.0 construction adds a clean, confident feedback without harshness.
It’s not a power racket and won’t blast winners like a diamond, but for a control player who builds points and values placement, that’s exactly the point. The Hybrid Woven face and Spin Surface keep it accurate with enough depth to stay aggressive when needed.
Pros
- Outstanding control and touch
- Low balance — easy to handle
- Auxetic 2.0 connected feel
- Good spin and accuracy
Cons
- Limited put-away power
- Not for pure attackers
- Premium price
Who is the Head Gravity Pro for?
The Gravity Pro is for intermediate-to-advanced players who put control and comfort first. Its teardrop/round shape and low balance suit all-court players who win points with placement and consistency rather than raw power, and it’s an ideal landing spot for someone stepping off a stiff, head-heavy diamond that’s punishing their arm.
It’s not built for pure power-seekers or big hitters chasing a finishing weapon — this is a control racket, and improvers who want easy pop should look at a more forgiving frame first.
How the Head Gravity Pro plays
The low balance and teardrop/round head make it fast and forgiving — the sweet spot is large and central, so it’s easy to place the ball and the racket whips through the air quickly at the net.
The Control Foam core and hybrid carbon-fibreglass face give a soft, well-damped feel that’s kind on the arm over a long match — comfort is one of its biggest strengths.
On defence and control shots it’s superb; on smashes it rewards placement and consistency over outright power, and spin is steady rather than savage.
Head Gravity Pro vs the alternatives
Within Head, the natural cross-shop is the Head Coello Pro — Arturo Coello’s hybrid flagship leans more towards power, where the Gravity Pro is the purer control-and-comfort pick. (Head also makes a lighter, cheaper Gravity Tour if you want a similar feel for less.)
Against rival control frames, the round Babolat Technical Veron and the all-court NOX AT10 Genius 18K are the obvious comparisons, with the Bullpadel Hack 04 a control-power alternative. If you want a head-heavy power diamond instead, that’s a different racket entirely — see the Head Extreme Pro.
Is the Head Gravity Pro worth it?
At its flagship price the Gravity Pro is worth it for the player it’s built for: an advanced or improving control player who values a soft, arm-friendly feel and a big sweet spot over raw power. The hybrid carbon-fibreglass construction is durable and the comfort holds up over long sessions.
If your game is built on power and finishing at the net, you’ll get more from a diamond like the Head Extreme Pro — but for control and comfort at the top level, this is one of Head’s best.
Conclusion
The Head Gravity Pro is a control player’s flagship — low balance, soft Control Foam and Auxetic 2.0 combine for exceptional touch and precision. It gives up put-away power for placement and feel, which is exactly what a control-first player wants. A refined, accurate racket rather than a weapon.
A control flagship for placement-first players. See where it fits in our advanced padel rackets guide and the full best padel rackets roundup.
Lucas Sánchez is the founder of SimplePadel. Born and raised in Spain, Lucas has been living in the US and UK for the last 20 years and currently calls Miami his home. While he’s never played professionally, the dream is still alive.
Lucas loves nothing more than playing (and talking) about padel, and he considers himself lucky to have a wife and family that share his love for the game.