Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) vs. Phantom (Heavy)

paddle imagePrism V7 16mm (Long Handle)
paddle imagePhantom (Heavy)

Brand

Vatic ProSee all paddles
OyaSee all paddles

Price

$99.99|Vatic Pro
$170|Oya

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersCompact Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberRaw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand Paint

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.58.5 - 8.8

Handle Length

5.66.25

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.25

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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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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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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Phantom (Heavy) is more expensive ($170) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Phantom (Heavy) have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Phantom (Heavy) have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

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

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater weight (8.65 oz) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) (8.3 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) (5.6 inches).

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