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11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 Pickleball Paddle Review

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11SIX24's most popular Power 2 shape: a 16.25 x 7.75 in hybrid built on the Gen 4 full-foam floating core, with a carbon fiber face and the patent-pending HexGrit spin texture.

Not on the USA Pickleball approved list

$209.99Checked October 16, 2026. Prices change often; the checkout price is final.
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Edited by DanPublished How we research

Quick Verdict

Top spin and strong, balanced power and control from a hybrid foam paddle with a branded spin texture.

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Key Specifications

Brand
11SIX24
Weight
8.0–8.3 oz
Shape
Hybrid
Length
16.25 in
Width
7.75 in
Core thickness
16 mm
Grip length
5.75 in
Grip circumference
4.125 in
Core material
Gen 4 full-foam floating core
Surface material
Carbon fiber with HexGrit texture
Balance
Swing weight 108–112; twist weight 6.6–6.8 (per 11SIX24)
USA Pickleball status
UPA-A certified, per 11SIX24. It isn't on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-10-09), so confirm approval before playing USA Pickleball-sanctioned events.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Ties for the highest research score in the 11SIX24 lineup (9.4)
  • Top spin rating (10) from a carbon face with HexGrit
  • Full-foam Gen 4 floating core
  • 4.8 out of 5 from 650+ verified buyers on 11SIX24.com

Cons

  • Not on the USA Pickleball approved list (UPA-A certified only)
  • 12-month warranty, shorter than some rivals
  • A buyer reports HexGrit wearing smooth within four months
  • Some buyers describe shipping or refund delays

Performance Review

Our 1–10 ratings, built from the maker’s published specs and scored the same way for every brand. How we score

Power9
Control9
Spin10
Sweet spot9.5

Scores by Player Type

Beginners9.3/10
Touch players9.3/10
Power hitters9.3/10
Spin players9.6/10Best fit

Calculated from our four ratings, weighted for each kind of player. How these are weighted

Power

9/10

Why it scores 9 for power

On our spec-based scale it rates 9 for power: a full-foam core, an 8.0–8.3 oz weight and a 16.25 in hybrid shape all add power.

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Core type
Gen 4 full-foam floating core
Weight
8.0–8.3 oz
Shape
Hybrid
Face
Carbon fiber with HexGrit texture

How our power rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Core 13 mm or thinner+1.5
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.75
  • Core 17 mm or thicker−1
  • Weighs 8.3 oz or more+0.75
  • Weighs 7.9–8.2 oz+0.25
  • Weighs under 7.5 oz−0.5
  • Elongated shape+1
  • Hybrid shape+0.5
  • Fiberglass face+0.75
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.5
  • Foam core+1.5
  • Heat-sealed or one-piece build+0.75
See the full rating scale

Control

9/10

Why it scores 9 for control

A 16 mm core and carbon face give it a control rating of 9; the hybrid shape trades a little control for reach. 11SIX24 says the floating core softens on dinks and resets.

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
8.0–8.3 oz
Shape
Hybrid
Face
Carbon fiber with HexGrit texture

How our control rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Core 17 mm or thicker+1.5
  • Core 16 mm+1
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.25
  • Core 13 mm or thinner−0.5
  • Weighs 7.5–8.2 oz+0.25
  • Standard shape+0.5
  • Hybrid shape+0.25
  • Carbon face+0.75
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.25
  • Fiberglass face−0.25
See the full rating scale

Spin

10/10

Why it scores 10 for spin

Its carbon face with 11SIX24's branded HexGrit texture and hybrid shape give it a spin rating of 10, the top of our scale. 11SIX24 says HexGrit is designed to keep a consistent spin level for months, not just out of the box.

The specs behind the rating

Face and texture
Carbon fiber with HexGrit texture
Shape
Hybrid
Length
16.25 in

How our spin rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Carbon face+1
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.75
  • Fiberglass face+0.25
  • Long-lasting grippy texture (grit coating or peel-ply)+1.5
  • Basic texture+0.75
  • Elongated shape+0.75
  • Hybrid shape+0.5
See the full rating scale

Sweet Spot

9.5/10

Why it scores 9.5 for sweet spot

A 7.75 in face and 16 mm core give it a sweet-spot rating of 9.5.

The specs behind the rating

Width
7.75 in
Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
8.0–8.3 oz
Length
16.25 in

How our sweet spot rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • 8.0 in wide or wider+2
  • 7.75–7.99 in wide+1.25
  • 7.5–7.74 in wide+0.5
  • Core 16 mm or thicker+1
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.5
  • Heat-sealed, one-piece or extra edge weight+0.75
  • Weighs 8.0 oz or more+0.25
See the full rating scale

In-Depth Review

Each section is our analysis of the manufacturer’s published specs unless it says otherwise.

Maneuverability

Manufacturer data

Weight8.0–8.3 oz
BalanceSwing weight 108–112; twist weight 6.6–6.8

At 8.0–8.3 oz with a published swing weight of 108–112, it sits between the Pegasus and Hurache-X Power 2 for hand speed.

Handle & comfort

11SIX24 lists a 5.75 in handle: a long handle with room for a two-handed backhand, which suits former tennis players. The grip circumference is 4.125 in, the most common size; players with larger hands often add an overgrip. At about 8.15 oz, it is in the mid-weight range most paddles fall into. Comfort is personal: grip size, handle length and weight are the published specs that affect it most.

Stability

Manufacturer data

Weight8.0–8.3 oz
Width7.75 in

A published twist weight of 6.6–6.8 is mid-range for the Power 2 line.

Build quality

Manufacturer information

The Power 2 uses 11SIX24's Gen 4 construction: a full-foam floating core that 11SIX24 says delivers pop on drives and a softer, predictable feel on dinks and resets, behind a carbon fiber face with HexGrit, its patent-pending surface texture designed to keep its spin over months of play. It ships with a comfort cushion grip and a neoprene cover. 11SIX24 includes a 12-month warranty and a 30-day return window.

Feel

Manufacturer description and buyer feedback

11SIX24 describes a paddle that matches your swing: explosive pop when you load up on drives and thirds, and a soft, predictable feel on dinks and resets. As of October 2026, 11SIX24.com shows an average of 4.8 out of 5 from 650+ verified-buyer reviews. In the most recent reviews, buyers most often mention its power and pop, followed by spin and control. Complaints are scattered: one buyer found no sweet spot, one says the HexGrit wore smooth in the sweet spot within four months, and a few describe shipping or refund problems. These reports don't add up to a consistent pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Power 2 shape should I choose?

Per 11SIX24, the Pegasus (wide body) is best for control and touch players, the Vapor (hybrid) is its most popular all-round shape, and the Hurache-X (elongated) suits power players and former tennis players who want reach.

Is the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 tournament legal?

UPA-A certified, per 11SIX24. It isn't on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-09-30), so confirm approval before playing USA Pickleball-sanctioned events.

Where to Buy

Ready to Play with More Spin?

See today’s price and availability for the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 at 11SIX24. We link to 11SIX24, the brand's own store, so you buy new and the manufacturer's warranty and return policy apply. It is not on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list, so check before buying it for sanctioned events.

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Sources and How We Researched This Review

  • Specifications and product details: the manufacturer's published information, labelled "Manufacturer data" in the review.
  • Ratings: calculated from those specifications on our published rating scale, the same for every brand, and labelled "Our analysis".
  • Buyer feedback: 650+ buyer ratings on 11SIX24.com, summarized in the Feel section and labelled "buyer feedback".
  • Hands-on testing: we haven't play-tested this paddle. Everything here comes from the sources listed and our analysis of them.
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2Research score 9.4/10 · 11SIX24$209.99at 11SIX24
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