Edge 18k - Power Pro vs. Alchemy 16mm
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | Vatic ProSee all paddles |
Price | $239.95|Click for an updated price | $179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.4 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Honeycomb | Optimized C7 Polymers |
Facing Material | 3D 18k Carbon Fiber | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8 | 8.5 - 8.7 |
Handle Length | 5.7 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
2015
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
13 paddles
Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Edge 18k - Power Pro is more expensive ($239.95) than Alchemy 16mm ($179.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Edge 18k - Power Pro and Alchemy 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Alchemy 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Edge 18k - Power Pro (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Edge 18k - Power Pro and Alchemy 16mm have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Alchemy 16mm has a greater weight (8.6 oz) than Edge 18k - Power Pro (8 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Edge 18k - Power Pro has a greater handle length (5.7 inches) than Alchemy 16mm (5.5 inches).
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