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GRÜVN Raw-13R 13mm vs GRÜVN Raw-13S 13mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
GRÜVN Raw-13R 13mm
GRÜVN Raw-13S 13mm
Price
$139
$139
Swing Weight
97
106
Twist Weight
6.51
6.8
Weight
7.6 oz
7.8 oz
Power
53.6 MPH
54.7 MPH
Pop
35.3 MPH
35.6 MPH
Spin
2171 RPM
2255 RPM
Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
227mm
235mm

GRÜVN Raw-13R 13mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 53.6 MPH power, 83th percentile spin (2171 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Good spin generation at 2171 RPM (83th percentile)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 97 is in the bottom 1% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Competitive price at $139 (below the $197 average)
  • +Lightweight at 7.6 oz (bottom 2%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 53.6 MPH (bottom 4%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 35.3 MPH (19th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Very light swing weight of 97 (bottom 1%) sacrifices power and plow-through

Best For

Spin-Heavy PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers

GRÜVN Raw-13S 13mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.7 MPH power, top 9% spin (2255 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Outstanding spin at 2255 RPM — top 9% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Exceptional stability — 6.8 twist weight is 80th 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 $139 (below the $197 average)
  • +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.7 MPH (12th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Very light swing weight of 106 (bottom 10%) sacrifices power and plow-through

Best For

Spin-Heavy PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers

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