Alchemy 16mm vs. Vision CGS 14

paddle imageAlchemy 16mm
paddle imageVision CGS 14

Brand

Vatic ProSee all paddles
JoolaSee all paddles

Price

$179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price
$169.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.4

Width

7.57.3

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersResponse Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberCarbon Grip

Weight (Low-High)

8.5 - 8.77.8 - 7.8

Handle Length

5.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

C Tier
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Vatic Pro

Vatic Pro

2022

Orange County, CA

9 paddles

Vatic Pro is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

Compare all 9 Vatic Pro paddles
Joola

Joola

2022 (to pickleball)

Germany / Rockville, MD

25 paddles

Joola is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.

Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Alchemy 16mm is more expensive ($179.99) than Vision CGS 14 ($169.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Vision CGS 14 (14 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 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Vision CGS 14 (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Vision CGS 14 (7.3 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater weight (8.6 oz) than Vision CGS 14 (7.8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Alchemy 16mm and Vision CGS 14 have the same handle length (5.5 inches).

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