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Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm 16mm vs Revolin Revo Pro Pure Hybrid 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm 16mm
Revolin Revo Pro Pure Hybrid 16mm
Price
$229.99
$219.99
Swing Weight
101
105
Twist Weight
6.38
6.44
Weight
7.7 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56.7 MPH
57.7 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
34.8 MPH
Spin
2157 RPM
2189 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 3
Gen 1
Balance
232mm
227mm

Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.7 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 81th percentile spin (2157 RPM) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Good spin generation at 2157 RPM (81th percentile)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 101 is in the bottom 3% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Very light swing weight of 101 (bottom 3%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Doubles SpecialistsPlayers with Arm IssuesSpin-Heavy Players
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% off
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Revolin Revo Pro Pure Hybrid 16mm

This paddle delivers 84th percentile power (57.7 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, 86th percentile spin (2189 RPM) — a power option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.7 MPH (84th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2189 RPM — 86th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Power PlayersControl / Touch PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBEFFECT
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