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Aiso Centric 16mm vs Spartus Gladius Centurion
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Aiso Centric 16mm
Spartus Gladius Centurion
Price
$99.99
$99.99
Swing Weight
118
118
Twist Weight
6.27
5.93
Weight
8.3 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Spin
1888 RPM
1829 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 2
Aiso Centric 16mm
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +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
- +Great value at $99.99 — cheaper than 96% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (88th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Singles PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers
Spartus Gladius Centurion
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +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
- +Great value at $99.99 — cheaper than 96% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1829 RPM (17th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
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