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Paddletek Bantam ALW-C 14mm vs Thompson 515-Uni 14mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Paddletek Bantam ALW-C 14mm
Thompson 515-Uni 14mm
Price
$229.99
$249
Swing Weight
108
108
Twist Weight
6.76
6.51
Weight
7.7 oz
8.2 oz
Core
—
14mm
Power
58.2 MPH
57.6 MPH
Pop
37.5 MPH
37.1 MPH
Spin
2390 RPM
2484 RPM
Shape
—
Elongated
Face
Composite
Carbon
Balance
237mm
229mm
Paddletek Bantam ALW-C 14mm
This paddle delivers top 10% power (58.2 MPH), top 1% spin (2390 RPM) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.2 MPH puts it in the top 10% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.5 MPH — top 8% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2390 RPM — top 1% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 108 is in the 17th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Lightweight at 7.7 oz (bottom 4%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
Best For
Power PlayersDoubles SpecialistsSpin-Heavy Players
Thompson 515-Uni 14mm
This paddle delivers 83th percentile power (57.6 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, top 0% spin (2484 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.6 MPH (83th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Outstanding spin at 2484 RPM — top 0% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 108 is in the 17th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Power PlayersDoubles SpecialistsSpin-Heavy Players
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