Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid
All-court players who want a thermoformed carbon hybrid
$165at Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid
All-court players who want foam-core pop and touch
$149.25at Bread & Butter
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth HybridBread & Butter Loco Hybrid
Power8.59.5
Control98.5
Spin99
Sweet spot9.58.5
Research score9.08.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid | Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.1 | 8.7 |
| Touch players | 9.1 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 8.9 | 9.1 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 9.0 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid rates 9.5 to the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid’s 8.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid (9.5 vs 8.5).
- On control, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- They tie on spin (9).
- Price: the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Go with the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid if you want more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Go with the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid if you want more power, especially if you’re a power hitter.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid | Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.1 oz | 7.9–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.2 in | 16.2 in |
| Width | 7.6 in | 7.6 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | High-density polypropylene core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer |
| Handle length | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.25 in |
| Price | $165 | $149.25 |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | 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 Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid?
On our spec-based scale the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid scores higher (9.0 vs 8.9). By player type, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid suits beginners and touch players better, while the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid suits power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid?
The Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid rates higher for power on our scale (9.5 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid?
The Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid scores higher for beginners (9.1 vs 8.7), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid and Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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