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Adidas Metalbone PP 14.5mm (no weights) vs Adidas Metalbone PP 16mm (no weights)

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Adidas Metalbone PP 14.5mm (no weights)
Adidas Metalbone PP 16mm (no weights)
Price
$229
$249
Swing Weight
111
116
Twist Weight
5.1
5.26
Weight
8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
14.5mm
16mm
Power
54.1 MPH
54.2 MPH
Pop
35.1 MPH
35.4 MPH
Spin
2011 RPM
2086 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 2
Balance
236mm
241mm

Adidas Metalbone PP 14.5mm (no weights)

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.1 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.1 MPH (bottom 6%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 35.1 MPH (15th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.1 (bottom 2%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
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Adidas Metalbone PP 16mm (no weights)

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.2 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Good spin generation at 2086 RPM (66th percentile)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.2 MPH (bottom 7%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.26 (bottom 3%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Tennis Converts
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