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Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm 14mm vs Wilson Vesper Power 14 14mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm 14mm
Wilson Vesper Power 14 14mm
Price
$229.99
$249
Swing Weight
118
118
Twist Weight
5.87
5.45
Weight
7.9 oz
8.1 oz
Core
14mm
14mm
Power
57.5 MPH
57.8 MPH
Pop
37.1 MPH
37.2 MPH
Spin
2115 RPM
2009 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
Gen 3
Balance
244mm
238mm

Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm 14mm

This paddle delivers 82th percentile power (57.5 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.5 MPH (82th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Good spin generation at 2115 RPM (74th percentile)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts

Wilson Vesper Power 14 14mm

This paddle delivers 86th percentile power (57.8 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 57.8 MPH puts it in the 86th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.45 (bottom 6%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Best For

Power PlayersSingles Players

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