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Hudef Viva Pro Gen 3 vs Ronbus R3 Nova
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Hudef Viva Pro Gen 3
Ronbus R3 Nova
Price
$169.99
$180
Swing Weight
119
120
Twist Weight
6.16
6.04
Weight
7.8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
—
55 MPH
Pop
—
34.8 MPH
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 2
Balance
250mm
245mm
Hudef Viva Pro Gen 3
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — an all-court option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles PlayersPlayers with Arm IssuesTennis Converts
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Ronbus R3 Nova
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55 MPH power, plush 16mm feel — a control option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (83rd percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
Cons
- −Below-average power at 55 MPH (15th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (11th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis Converts
Creator code: PBEFFECT
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