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Friday Fever 2 vs Vatic Pro Prism Bloom 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Friday Fever 2
Vatic Pro Prism Bloom 16mm
Price
$99
$99.99
Swing Weight
112
110
Twist Weight
6.95
6.97
Weight
8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
55.9 MPH
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Pop
35.6 MPH
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Spin
2015 RPM
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Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
Gen 1.5
Balance
238mm
239mm

Friday Fever 2

This paddle delivers mid-range 55.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Exceptional stability — 6.95 twist weight is 86th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +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
  • +Great value at $99 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
  • +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers

Vatic Pro Prism Bloom 16mm

This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a control option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Exceptional stability — 6.97 twist weight is 86th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +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
  • +Great value at $99.99 — cheaper than 96% of paddles (avg $197)

Cons

  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

BeginnersBudget-Conscious Buyers

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