Hero vs. Prism Flash 14mm

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$99.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.616.3

Width

7.87.7

Core Thickness

014

Core Material

HoneycombOptimized C7 Polymers

Facing Material

Carbon GraphiteRaw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.67.7 - 7.9

Handle Length

55.3

Handle Grip Circumference

44.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Diadem

Diadem

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.

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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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Prism Flash 14mm is more expensive ($99.99) than Hero ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Prism Flash 14mm has a greater core thickness (14 mm) than Hero (0 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Prism Flash 14mm has a greater length (16.3 inches) than Hero (15.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Hero has a greater width (7.8 inches) than Prism Flash 14mm (7.7 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Prism Flash 14mm has a greater weight (7.800000000000001 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Prism Flash 14mm has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Hero (5 inches).

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