Phantom (Heavy) vs. Alchemy 16mm
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | |
Price | $170|Oya Click for an updated price | $179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Compact Honeycomb | Optimized C7 Polymers |
Facing Material | Raw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand Paint | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.5 - 8.8 | 8.5 - 8.7 |
Handle Length | 6.25 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
Minneapolis, MN
6 paddles
Founded by four former college tennis players who fell in love with pickleball, Oya aims to bridge the gap between tennis and pickleball by creating innovative paddles that enhance tennis players' strengths. Their paddles feature increased head speed, longer handles for two-handed backhands, and faster spin rates. Inspired by bold and aggressive play styles, Oya paddles stand out with distinctive shapes, expressive color schemes, and quality craftsmanship that can be felt in every shot.
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?
Alchemy 16mm is more expensive ($179.99) than Phantom (Heavy) ($170).
Is there a difference in the core?
Phantom (Heavy) and Alchemy 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Phantom (Heavy) and Alchemy 16mm have the same length (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Phantom (Heavy) and Alchemy 16mm have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Phantom (Heavy) has a greater weight (8.65 oz) than Alchemy 16mm (8.6 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Phantom (Heavy) has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Alchemy 16mm (5.5 inches).