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Pickleball Apes Charm v vs Volair Mach 2 Forza 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Pickleball Apes Charm v
Volair Mach 2 Forza 16mm
Price
$199
$179.99
Swing Weight
111
112
Twist Weight
7.19
7.26
Weight
8.1 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56.5 MPH
56 MPH
Pop
36.4 MPH
34.7 MPH
Spin
—
2330 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Composite
Carbon
Build
Gen 4
Gen 2
Balance
233mm
238mm

Pickleball Apes Charm v

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 7%) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Exceptional stability — 7.19 twist weight is top 7% (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
  • +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

BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament Players
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Code: PBSTUDIO — 10%
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Volair Mach 2 Forza 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, top 4% spin (2330 RPM) — a control option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Outstanding spin at 2330 RPM — top 4% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Exceptional stability — 7.26 twist weight is top 5% (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

Cons

  • −Lower pop at 34.7 MPH (bottom 8%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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