CRBN
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve)
All-court players who want quick hands and a forgiving foam face
$229.99at CRBN
Volair
Volair Mach 1 Forza
All-court players who want a thermoformed carbon hybrid at a mid-range price
$119.99at Volair
Ratings Head to Head
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve)Volair Mach 1 Forza
Power108.5
Control89
Spin98.5
Sweet spot99.5
Research score9.08.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | Volair Mach 1 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 9.1 |
| Touch players | 8.6 | 9.0 |
| Power hitters | 9.3 | 8.8 |
| Spin players | 9.1 | 8.7 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates 10 to the Volair Mach 1 Forza’s 8.5.
- The Volair Mach 1 Forza also leads on control, 9 to 8.
- On spin, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the Volair Mach 1 Forza (9.5 vs 9).
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) against 16 mm (14 mm version also available) for the Volair Mach 1 Forza. The thinner CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Volair Mach 1 Forza costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Go with the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) if you want more power and more spin, especially if you’re a power hitter or a spin player.
Choose the Volair Mach 1 Forza if you want more control, a bigger sweet spot and a lower price, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | Volair Mach 1 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz (8.1 oz average) | 8.2 oz average (14 mm: 7.9 oz) |
| Shape | Hybrid (AeroCurve) | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.2 in | 16.35 in |
| Width | 7.8 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 foam core | Polypropylene honeycomb with foam-injected edge walls |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber with fiberglass layer (peel ply) | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.15 in |
| Price | $229.99 (list $279.99) | $119.99 |
| 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 CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the Volair Mach 1 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher (9.0 vs 8.9). By player type, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) suits power hitters and spin players better, while the Volair Mach 1 Forza suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the Volair Mach 1 Forza?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the Volair Mach 1 Forza?
The Volair Mach 1 Forza scores higher for beginners (9.1 vs 8.8), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) and Volair Mach 1 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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