Buying guide
How to choose a padel overgrip
Direct answer
An overgrip is a consumable, not a one-off purchase: the right pack size depends on how often you play and how much you sweat, not on which one feels best in the shop. AURO Overgrip comes in a 0.65 mm, 120 cm strip with double-sided tape, in packs of 3, 12 or 60.
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What actually varies between overgrips
Thickness and length are the two specifications that change how an overgrip feels and how far it goes. AURO Overgrip is 0.65 mm thick and 120 cm long, with double-sided tape for a stable wrap.
When it needs replacing
Replace it when tack or absorption drops, or when the surface goes smooth. Players on court several times a week tend to change it every two or three weeks, depending on sweat and conditions.
Matching the pack to how much you play
A pack of 3 is enough to try it or renew one racket. A pack of 12 covers a season of regular play. A 60-unit drum makes sense for clubs, academies or anyone replacing several rackets on a schedule.
It works with or without AURO Grip
No. Auro Grip sits on top of the overgrip rather than replacing it: it guides hand position while the overgrip stays underneath for feel and sweat absorption. Choosing an overgrip pack is a separate decision from whether you also use a grip reference underneath.
Thickness: what choosing one over another implies
A thinner overgrip transmits more of the handle and alters the original thickness less; a thicker one adds volume and a little more cushioning. Neither is better in the abstract: it depends on hand size, how many layers you run and what feels comfortable. Changing thickness alters the reference of the whole racket, so try one at a time.
Smooth, perforated and textured
Smooth wraps offer a uniform surface; perforated ones carry holes that help moisture avoid settling on the contact face; textured ones provide a more pronounced feel. The choice usually comes down to personal preference and how much you sweat rather than any quality hierarchy between the three types.
Buying singles or a larger format
Occasional players can manage with single units. Anyone on court several times a week gets through a fair number each year, and the larger format avoids the most common scenario: stretching a worn wrap because there is no spare. The practical decision is less about price than about never running out of margin.
Try before committing to a box
Before buying a large format of a model you do not know, it makes sense to try a few units. Feel varies between brands more than the spec sheet suggests, and a box of an overgrip you dislike ends up at the back of a cupboard. Trying first costs little and avoids that outcome.
Start with what you already have
Before comparing models, check what you are currently playing with and whether it feels comfortable. Many people go looking for a better overgrip when they have actually had the same one fitted for months, and the problem was condition rather than choice. Ruling that out first avoids switching products for a reason that was not the product.
What you can know before trying it
The spec sheet tells you thickness, finish and whether it is perforated, and that already rules options out. What cannot be known without trying is feel, which varies between brands more than the numbers suggest. Hence the practical approach: shorten the list on paper and decide with your hand.
Change the model without changing everything else
If you are trying a different overgrip, keep the number of layers constant and do not debut it the same day you change anything else on the handle. That way whatever you notice is attributable to the new wrap rather than to a combination you will not be able to separate afterwards.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does one overgrip last?
It depends on how often you play and how much you sweat — commonly a few weeks for regular players, longer for occasional ones.
Which pack size should I buy?
A pack of 3 to try it, a pack of 12 for a season of regular play, or the 60-unit drum for clubs and academies replacing several rackets.
Does the overgrip go over AURO Grip?
Yes. AURO Grip sits on the handle and the overgrip wraps on top of it, the same way it would wrap over any base grip.
How many overgrips does someone playing twice a week get through in a year?
It depends too much on sweat and climate to give a reliable figure. The practical way to estimate is counting how many you replaced across a representative month and multiplying, rather than starting from an average that may not resemble your case.
Do racket brands make the best overgrips?
There is no direct link between making good rackets and making good overgrips: they are different products. Trying a few models and keeping whichever feels comfortable is worth more than following your racket's brand.
Does colour affect anything?
Nothing beyond aesthetics and, at most, lighter shades showing accumulated dirt sooner. That last point can even be an advantage, since it makes visible a degradation that would otherwise go unnoticed.
Is it worth keeping two different types?
Some players alternate by season, using a perforated wrap in the hottest months and a smooth one the rest of the year. It is not essential, but it makes sense if you notice a large difference between summer and winter.