CRBN
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve)
All-court players who want maximum power with quicker hands
$199.99at CRBN
Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash
Players who want foam-core power with quick hands for less
$109.99at Vatic Pro
Ratings Head to Head
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve)Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash
Power109
Control89
Spin99
Sweet spot98.5
Research score9.08.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 8.8 |
| Touch players | 8.6 | 8.9 |
| Power hitters | 9.3 | 8.9 |
| Spin players | 9.1 | 8.9 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates 10 to the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash’s 9.
- On control, the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash is ahead: 9 vs 8.
- The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) also leads on sweet spot, 9 to 8.5.
- They tie on spin (9).
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) against 16 mm for the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash. The thinner CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Go with the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) if you want more power and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a power hitter or a spin player.
Go with the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash if you want more control and a lower price, especially if you’re a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average) | 8.0–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid (AeroCurve) | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.2 in | 16.3 in |
| Width | 7.8 in | 7.7 in |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 foam core | Floating EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber with fiberglass layer | Raw Toray T700 carbon fiber with heat-compressed texturing |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.6 in) |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $199.99 (list $279.99) | $109.99 |
| 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 Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash?
On our spec-based scale the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher (9.0 vs 8.9). By player type, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) suits power hitters and spin players better, while the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash suits touch players better.
Which has more power, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9).
Which is better for beginners, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash?
They score the same for beginners on our weighted scale (8.8).
Are the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Waves (Hybrid, AeroCurve) and Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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