Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid
All-court players who want a thermoformed carbon hybrid
$165at Bread & Butter
Volair
Volair CTRL 1 Forza
Players who want a light-feeling, forgiving face for hand battles
$139.99at Volair
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth HybridVolair CTRL 1 Forza
Power8.58.5
Control98.5
Spin97.5
Sweet spot9.59.5
Research score9.08.5
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid | Volair CTRL 1 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.1 | 8.8 |
| Touch players | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Power hitters | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 8.2 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is spin: the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid rates 9 to the Volair CTRL 1 Forza’s 7.5.
- Control goes to the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid (9 vs 8.5).
- They tie on power (8.5) and sweet spot (9.5).
- Price: the Volair CTRL 1 Forza costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Pick the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid if you want more control and more spin, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Pick the Volair CTRL 1 Forza if you want a lower price.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid | Volair CTRL 1 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.1 oz | 8.1 oz average |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.2 in | 16.35 in |
| Width | 7.6 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | High-density polypropylene core | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber | Aramid fiber |
| Handle length | 5.3 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.15 in |
| Price | $165 | $139.99 |
| 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 Volair CTRL 1 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid scores higher (9.0 vs 8.5). By player type, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Volair CTRL 1 Forza?
They rate the same for power on our scale (8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Volair CTRL 1 Forza?
The Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid scores higher for beginners (9.1 vs 8.8), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid and Volair CTRL 1 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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