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GRÜVN LAZR-16S 16mm vs GRÜVN Raw-16V 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
GRÜVN LAZR-16S 16mm
GRÜVN Raw-16V 16mm
Price
$169
$139
Swing Weight
106
100
Twist Weight
7.09
7.32
Weight
8.1 oz
7.8 oz
Power
55.6 MPH
54.2 MPH
Pop
35.9 MPH
34.1 MPH
Spin
2213 RPM
2152 RPM
Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
231mm
229mm

GRÜVN LAZR-16S 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.6 MPH power, 89th percentile spin (2213 RPM), rock-solid stability (89th percentile) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Outstanding spin at 2213 RPM — 89th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Exceptional stability — 7.09 twist weight is 89th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 106 is in the bottom 10% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Competitive price at $169 (below the $197 average)

Cons

  • −Very light swing weight of 106 (bottom 10%) sacrifices power and plow-through

Best For

Spin-Heavy Players

GRÜVN Raw-16V 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.2 MPH power, 80th percentile spin (2152 RPM), rock-solid stability (top 4%) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Good spin generation at 2152 RPM (80th percentile)
  • +Exceptional stability — 7.32 twist weight is top 4% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 100 is in the bottom 2% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Competitive price at $139 (below the $197 average)
  • +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.2 MPH (bottom 7%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.1 MPH (bottom 2%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Very light swing weight of 100 (bottom 2%) sacrifices power and plow-through

Best For

Spin-Heavy PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers

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