Phantom Max (Heavy) vs. A52

Brand

Price

$170|Oya Click for an updated price
$99.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

1716.53

Width

77.22

Core Thickness

1613.7

Core Material

Compact Honeycomb???

Facing Material

Raw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand PaintCarbon Fiber with PU Paint

Weight (Low-High)

8.5 - 8.87.75 - 7.75

Handle Length

75.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

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Oya

Oya

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.

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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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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Phantom Max (Heavy) is more expensive ($170) than A52 ($99.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Phantom Max (Heavy) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than A52 (13.7 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Phantom Max (Heavy) has a greater length (17 inches) than A52 (16.53 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    A52 has a greater width (7.22 inches) than Phantom Max (Heavy) (7 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Phantom Max (Heavy) has a greater weight (8.65 oz) than A52 (7.75 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Phantom Max (Heavy) has a greater handle length (7 inches) than A52 (5.5 inches).

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