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Thompson 515-Twill 14mm vs Thompson 515-Uni 14mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Thompson 515-Twill 14mm
Thompson 515-Uni 14mm
Price
$249
$249
Swing Weight
114
108
Twist Weight
6.8
6.51
Weight
8.6 oz
8.2 oz
Core
14mm
14mm
Power
57.6 MPH
57.6 MPH
Pop
36.7 MPH
37.1 MPH
Spin
2418 RPM
2484 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Balance
229mm
229mm
Thompson 515-Twill 14mm
This paddle delivers 83th percentile power (57.6 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, top 1% spin (2418 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.6 MPH (83th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Outstanding spin at 2418 RPM — top 1% 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
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −On the heavy side at 8.6 oz (top 3%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-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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