11SIX24
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2
All-court players who want power and spin with a balanced shape
$209.99at 11SIX24
Paddletek
Paddletek Bantam GTO-C
Aggressive all-court players who want power with quick hands
$199.99at Paddletek
Ratings Head to Head
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2Paddletek Bantam GTO-C
Power99
Control97.5
Spin109
Sweet spot9.58
Research score9.48.4
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 | Paddletek Bantam GTO-C |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.3 | 8.1 |
| Touch players | 9.3 | 8.1 |
| Power hitters | 9.3 | 8.6 |
| Spin players | 9.6 | 8.6 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is control: the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 rates 9 to the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C’s 7.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 (9.5 vs 8).
- On spin, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is ahead: 10 vs 9.
- They tie on power (9).
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 against 12.7 mm or 14.3 mm (scored at 12.7 mm) for the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C. The thinner Paddletek Bantam GTO-C should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Weight: the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is the heavier of the two, by about 0.3 oz on average.
- Price: the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C costs less at each brand’s own store.
- Tournament play: only the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C is on the USA Pickleball approved list.
The Verdict
Choose 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.
Go with the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C if you want a lighter feel and tournament approval.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 | Paddletek Bantam GTO-C |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.3 oz | 7.7–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.25 in | 16.25 in |
| Width | 7.75 in | 7.75 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 12.7 mm or 14.3 mm (scored at 12.7 mm) |
| Core | Gen 4 full-foam floating core | Bantam QRT (Quick Response Technology) polymer core |
| Face | Carbon fiber with HexGrit texture | PT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700) |
| Handle length | 5.75 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | Not published by Paddletek |
| Price | $209.99 | $199.99 |
| 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 Paddletek Bantam GTO-C?
On our spec-based scale the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 scores higher (9.4 vs 8.4). By player type, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 or the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C?
They rate the same for power on our scale (9).
Which is better for beginners, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 or the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C?
The 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 scores higher for beginners (9.3 vs 8.1), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 and Paddletek Bantam GTO-C approved for tournament play?
Only the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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