In Spain they call it a paletero, and every serious player has one. A proper padel bag keeps your racket away from car keys and loose change, gives your sweaty shoes somewhere to go after the match, and in the better models protects the racket from heat and cold, which can affect the foam core over time.
We have picked eight bags for different needs, from a compact bag for one or two rackets to a large tour bag for league players, plus a simple cover if that is all you need. All were in stock on Amazon UK when we checked.
Looking for something more specific? We also have guides to the best padel backpacks, cheap padel bags under £30 and padel bags for women.
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Our top picks at a glance
| Bag | Type | Holds | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEAD Base Padel Bag | Bag | 1 to 3 rackets | Check price |
| Bullpadel Tour | Bag | 2 rackets | Check price |
| HEAD Tour Padel Bag Large | Bag | Up to 7 rackets | Check price |
| NOX Pro Series Backpack | Backpack | Rackets and laptop | Check price |
| adidas Control 3.2 | Bag | Up to 7 rackets | Check price |
| Babolat RH Performance | Bag | Several rackets | Check price |
| Siux Trilogy Patty | Bag | Rackets and shoes | Check price |
| Bullpadel Pearl | Bag | Several rackets | Check price |
| Babolat Padel cover | Cover | 1 racket | Check price |
HEAD Base Padel Bag: Best Padel Bag for Most Players
For most club players, this is the sensible choice because it covers everything without being bulky. It takes one to three rackets, so there is room for a spare, and the two large compartments mean shoes and kit stay apart from the rackets. In addition, there is a separate accessory pocket for balls, grips and keys.
HEAD updated it with a new shape and a reinforced build, so it holds its structure and protects what is inside. Better still, it carries like a backpack, which helps if you cycle or walk to the club.
Bullpadel Tour Bag: Best Value Bag
If you want a proper padel bag without spending much, the Bullpadel Tour is the one to look at. Padel Market has the 2024 version down to £26.99, which is less than many plain sports holdalls.
It has a padded compartment for two rackets, a main section for shoes and clothes, and a side pocket for balls and keys. At 56 x 29 x 28 cm, it is also small enough to sit in a locker or on the back seat. However, if you carry three or more rackets, the HEAD Tour Large below has more room.
HEAD Tour Padel Bag Large: Best for League Players
If you play matches, coach, or carry rackets for the whole team, the Tour Large is the step up. It has three main compartments with space for up to seven rackets, plus an integrated shoe compartment.
The key feature is HEAD’s CCT+ climate control lining in one of the main compartments, which helps protect rackets from extreme temperatures. That matters, for example, if your bag lives in the car boot. There are inside and outside zip pockets for the small stuff, too.
NOX Pro Series Backpack: Best Padel Backpack
Plenty of players go straight from the office to the court, so a backpack often makes more sense. This 28 litre NOX backpack has padded compartments for both your racket and a laptop, so one bag does the whole day.
Also, there is a ventilated shoe compartment that keeps trainers away from everything else, and the shoulder straps are padded for comfort. What is more, it looks smart enough for work, which a big padel bag rarely does.
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adidas Control 3.2: Best for Carrying Lots of Kit
The Control 3.2 holds up to seven rackets, with separate compartments for small personal items so nothing rattles around loose. Padded shoulder straps adjust to suit you, which helps when the bag is full.
Overall, it is a good option if you want lots of space and like the adidas look, especially if you already play with an adidas racket.
Babolat RH Performance: Best Premium Bag
Babolat aim this bag at keen players who want the best protection. Inside, a customisable divider lets you set out the space the way you like, and an insulated compartment keeps rackets safe in very hot or cold conditions.
In short, it is a bag built to last through years of regular play.
Siux Trilogy Patty: Most Stylish
Siux designed the Trilogy Patty with female players in mind, and it looks the part. Even so, it still does the practical things well: thermal protection in the side racket pockets, a dedicated shoe compartment, and padding that makes it comfortable to carry.
So if you want a bag that goes with your padel outfit, this is the one.
Bullpadel Pearl: Best Padel Bag for Women
The Pearl is the bag Bullpadel makes for Bea González, one of the best players in the world, and it is cut down to £46.99 from £83.99 at Padel Market at the moment. It has a large main compartment that takes several rackets, plus a thermal section that protects them from heat and cold in the car.
It is a full size bag rather than a small tote, so it suits anyone who plays a few times a week. For something lighter and more stylish, the Siux Trilogy Patty above is the better choice.
Just Need a Cover? Babolat Padel Cover
If you play once a week and carry one racket, a full bag may be more than you need. The Babolat cover has a zipped compartment, a shoulder strap and thermal insulation, which protects the racket without the bulk. It is also one of our favourite padel gifts.
Padel Bag or Backpack?
A traditional padel bag is long and shaped around the rackets, with big side compartments. It holds more and protects better, so it suits regular players and anyone carrying spares. On the other hand, a backpack is smaller and easier to live with day to day, especially on a bike or public transport.
Therefore, if you own more than one racket, get a bag. If you own one racket and travel light, a backpack or cover will do.
What to Look for in a Padel Bag
- A thermal or insulated racket compartment if the bag will sit in a car.
- A separate, ideally ventilated, shoe compartment.
- Enough room for the number of rackets you actually carry.
- Padded straps that let you carry it as a backpack.
- Small pockets for balls, grips, keys and your phone.
Need something to put in it? See our guides to the best padel balls and the best padel shoes, or read about the sport on Wikipedia.
Padel Bag FAQ
Can I use a tennis bag for padel?
Yes, a tennis bag will hold padel rackets. However, padel bags are usually shorter and wider, so rackets fit more neatly and there is less wasted space.
Should I leave my racket in the car?
Try not to, because heat in a parked car can soften the foam core and weaken the face over time. If you have to, a bag with a thermal compartment helps.
