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Body Helix X2 Pro vs Body Helix X3 Pro

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Body Helix X2 Pro
Body Helix X3 Pro
Price
$180
$180
Swing Weight
134
132
Twist Weight
6.74
6.65
Weight
8.9 oz
8.7 oz
Core
19mm
18mm
Power
54.9 MPH
54.7 MPH
Pop
34.8 MPH
34.2 MPH
Spin
1981 RPM
1949 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 2
Balance
246mm
246mm

Body Helix X2 Pro

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 134 (top 0%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +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 54.9 MPH (13th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Very high swing weight of 134 (top 0%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts

Body Helix X3 Pro

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.7 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 132 (top 1%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +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 54.7 MPH (12th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.2 MPH (bottom 3%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Very high swing weight of 132 (top 1%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts

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