Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro Prism Flash
Players who want a controlled, plush carbon paddle for less
Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 | Vatic Pro Prism Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.4 | 9.1 |
| Touch players | 8.4 | 9.1 |
| Power hitters | 9.1 | 8.9 |
| Spin players | 8.9 | 9.0 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 rates 10 to the Vatic Pro Prism Flash’s 8.5.
- On sweet spot, the Vatic Pro Prism Flash is ahead: 9.5 vs 8.
- On control, the Vatic Pro Prism Flash is ahead: 9 vs 8.
- They tie on spin (9).
- Core thickness: 15 mm for the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 against 16 mm (14 mm version also available) for the Vatic Pro Prism Flash. The thinner HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Weight: the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 is the heavier of the two, by about 0.3 oz on average.
- Price: the Vatic Pro Prism Flash costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Choose the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 if you want more power and more weight behind the ball, especially if you’re a power hitter.
Pick the Vatic Pro Prism Flash if you want more control, a bigger sweet spot and a lighter feel, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 | Vatic Pro Prism Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.3 oz (235 g) | 7.9–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Length | Not published by HEAD (it lists the shape as Hybrid) | 16.3 in |
| Width | 7.5 in (published by HEAD, Sept 2026) | 7.7 in |
| Core thickness | 15 mm | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | TRIFLEX Precision: EPP foam core, polypropylene honeycomb perimeter, EVA foam shell | Polypropylene honeycomb (8 mm cells, C7 polymers) with foam-injected walls |
| Face | 12K raw carbon | Raw Toray T700 carbon fiber with heat-compressed texturing |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.75 in) |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $199.95 | $99.99 |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. List prices; check the retailer for today’s price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 or the Vatic Pro Prism Flash?
On our spec-based scale the Vatic Pro Prism Flash scores higher (9.0 vs 8.8). By player type, the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 suits power hitters better, while the Vatic Pro Prism Flash suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 or the Vatic Pro Prism Flash?
The HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 or the Vatic Pro Prism Flash?
The Vatic Pro Prism Flash scores higher for beginners (9.1 vs 8.4), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 and Vatic Pro Prism Flash approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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