Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) vs. Gladius 16mm
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | ||
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.1 - 8.5 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5.6 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.3 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) is more expensive ($99.99) than Gladius 16mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Gladius 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Gladius 16mm have the same length (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Gladius 16mm have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Gladius 16mm (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Gladius 16mm (5.5 inches).