11SIX24
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2
All-court players who want power and spin with a balanced shape
$209.99at 11SIX24
Dan’s Take
Thickness splits these two foam-core hybrids. The Vapor Power 2 is 16 mm, the Barrage 14 mm, and our scale reflects it: the thinner CRBN takes power (10 vs 9), while the Vapor rates higher for control (9 vs 8.5), spin (10 vs 9) and sweet spot (9.5 vs 9). The Vapor also has a longer handle, 5.75 inches to 5.5, and usually costs less.
Both have solid buyer records: 4.8 out of 5 from 650+ ratings on 11SIX24's site, and 4.9 from 200+ on CRBN's. The catch is approval. The Barrage is on the USA Pickleball list; the Vapor is UPA-A certified only, per 11SIX24. Pick the Vapor for all-round balance, the Barrage for power or sanctioned events.
By Dan · Based on each brand’s published specs and buyer ratings, October 2026. We don’t play-test paddles.
CRBN
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)
Hands-battle players who want pop with quick hand speed
$229.99at CRBN
Ratings Head to Head
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)
Power910
Control98.5
Spin109
Sweet spot9.59
Research score9.49.1
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.3 | 9.0 |
| Touch players | 9.3 | 8.9 |
| Power hitters | 9.3 | 9.4 |
| Spin players | 9.6 | 9.1 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates 10 to the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2’s 9.
- On spin, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is ahead: 10 vs 9.
- The 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 also leads on control, 9 to 8.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 (9.5 vs 9).
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 against 14 mm for the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve). The thinner CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 costs less right now (see the prices above).
- Tournament play: only the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) is on the USA Pickleball approved list.
The Verdict
Go with the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 if you want more control, more spin and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Choose the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) if you want more power and tournament approval.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.3 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average) |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid (AeroCurve) |
| Length | 16.25 in | 16.2 in |
| Width | 7.75 in | 7.8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm |
| Core | Gen 4 full-foam floating core | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 floating foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring |
| Face | Carbon fiber with HexGrit texture | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.75 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $209.99 | $229.99 (list $279.99) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Not listed | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 or the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)?
On our spec-based scale the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 scores higher (9.4 vs 9.1). By player type, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 suits beginners, touch players and spin players better.
Which has more power, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 or the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9).
Which is better for beginners, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 or the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)?
The 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 scores higher for beginners (9.3 vs 9.0), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 and CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) approved for tournament play?
Only the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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