Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) vs. Ballista V2

paddle imagePrism V7 16mm (Long Handle)
paddle imageBallista V2

Brand

Vatic ProSee all paddles
SpartusSee all paddles

Price

$99.99|Vatic Pro
$143.99|Spartus

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.3

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1615.5

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersCompacted Cell Polypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 carbon fiber + epoxy resin + granule paint

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.58 - 8

Handle Length

5.65.4

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

ThePickleballDinks 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
Spartus

Spartus

2022

San Francisco, CA

5 paddles

Spartus, founded by Josh in San Francisco, is a performance-driven pickleball brand rooted in Josh's diverse background in engineering, law, finance, and business. With a passion for competitive sports and a deep understanding of the importance of quality equipment, Josh has combined his expertise with a team of specialists to create Spartus, a company focused on R&D and delivering high-performance pickleball paddles. Spartus is committed to meeting the needs of players at all levels, offering equipment that maximizes performance and value.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Ballista V2 is more expensive ($143.99) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Ballista V2 (15.5 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 V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Ballista V2 (16.3 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Ballista V2 have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Ballista V2 (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Ballista V2 (5.4 inches).

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