Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | HEAD Radical TOUR15 | Volair CTRL 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Touch players | 8.8 | 8.5 |
| Power hitters | 8.9 | 8.3 |
| Spin players | 8.8 | 7.9 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is spin: the HEAD Radical TOUR15 rates 8.5 to the Volair CTRL 2 Forza’s 7.
- The HEAD Radical TOUR15 also leads on power, 9 to 8.
- The Volair CTRL 2 Forza also leads on sweet spot, 10 to 9.5.
- They tie on control (8.5).
- Core thickness: 15 mm for the HEAD Radical TOUR15 against 16 mm for the Volair CTRL 2 Forza. The thinner HEAD Radical TOUR15 should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Weight: the HEAD Radical TOUR15 is the heavier of the two, by about 0.2 oz on average.
- Price: the Volair CTRL 2 Forza costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Choose the HEAD Radical TOUR15 if you want more power, more spin and more weight behind the ball, especially if you’re a touch player or a power hitter.
Pick the Volair CTRL 2 Forza if you want a bigger sweet spot, a lighter feel and a lower price.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | HEAD Radical TOUR15 | Volair CTRL 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.3 oz (235 g) | 8.1 oz average |
| Shape | Wide-body | Wide-body |
| Length | Not published by HEAD (it lists the shape as Widebody) | 15.88 in |
| Width | 7.8 in (published by HEAD, Sept 2026) | 8.12 in |
| Core thickness | 15 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | Not specified by HEAD (Injected Foam Walls) | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face | Micro-Forged T700 raw carbon | Aramid fiber |
| Handle length | 5 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.15 in |
| Price | $169.95 | $139.99 |
| 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 Radical TOUR15 or the Volair CTRL 2 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the HEAD Radical TOUR15 scores higher (8.9 vs 8.4). By player type, the HEAD Radical TOUR15 suits touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the HEAD Radical TOUR15 or the Volair CTRL 2 Forza?
The HEAD Radical TOUR15 rates higher for power on our scale (9 vs 8).
Which is better for beginners, the HEAD Radical TOUR15 or the Volair CTRL 2 Forza?
The HEAD Radical TOUR15 scores higher for beginners (9.0 vs 8.9), mainly from its overall balance.
Are the HEAD Radical TOUR15 and Volair CTRL 2 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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