Spartus Orion Apex Review
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.4 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.
Price: $94.95. Swing weight: 111. Twist weight: 5.91. Weight: 7.93 oz. Power: 55.4 MPH. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Great value at $94.95 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- Below-average power at 55.4 MPH (20th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $94.95, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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Spartus
Orion Apex
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.4 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.
Elongated16mm coreCarbonGen 1Firepower Control+Control
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
111
57th percentile
Twist Weight
5.91
24th percentile
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
55.4 MPH
32th percentile
Pop
35.5 MPH
22th percentile
Balance
240mm
Grip Length
5.875"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Great value at $94.95 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Below-average power at 55.4 MPH (20th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $94.95, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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