Alchemy 13.5mm vs. Pro Line Energy S
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | Pickleball ApesSee all paddles |
Price | $179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price | $169.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.4 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Core Thickness | 13.5 | 16.5 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbonfiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.3 - 8.5 | 8 - 8.4 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
Orange County, CA
9 paddles
I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.
2023
Wilmington, DE
4 paddles
Pickleball Apes uses DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbon Fiber to get an unmatched feel. Founded in 2023, Pickleball Apes is dedicated to creating the newest innovation pickleball paddles and continues to push the game of pickleball paddles to the next level.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Alchemy 13.5mm is more expensive ($179.99) than Pro Line Energy S ($169.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Pro Line Energy S has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than Alchemy 13.5mm (13.5 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Pro Line Energy S (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Pro Line Energy S has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Alchemy 13.5mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater weight (8.4 oz) than Pro Line Energy S (8.2 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Alchemy 13.5mm and Pro Line Energy S have the same handle length (5.5 inches).
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