Franklin C45 Hybrid with 8.5 grams tungsten and 9 gram Flick weight 14mm vs Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 12mm

Pros

• +Above-average power at 57.4 MPH (81st percentile, avg 56.4)
• +Exceptional pop at 37.9 MPH — top 5% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
• +Outstanding spin at 2204 RPM — 88th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
• +Exceptional stability — 6.92 twist weight is 85th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
• +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

• −On the heavy side at 8.6 oz (top 2%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Pros

• +Elite power — 57.7 MPH puts it in the 85th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
• +Exceptional pop at 37.9 MPH — top 5% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
• +Outstanding spin at 2314 RPM — top 4% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
• +Lightweight at 7.7 oz (bottom 5%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons