Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Onix Adapt Max | Onix Praxis |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 9.4 |
| Touch players | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Power hitters | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Spin players | 9.5 | 9.5 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is control: the Onix Praxis rates 9 to the Onix Adapt Max’s 8.
- Power goes to the Onix Praxis (10 vs 9.5).
- The Onix Adapt Max also leads on spin, 10 to 9.5.
- The Onix Praxis also leads on sweet spot, 9.5 to 9.
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the Onix Adapt Max against 16 mm (13 mm version also available) for the Onix Praxis. The thinner Onix Adapt Max should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Onix Adapt Max costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Choose the Onix Adapt Max if you want more spin and a lower price.
Pick the Onix Praxis if you want more power, more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Onix Adapt Max | Onix Praxis |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.75–8.25 oz | 7.75–8.25 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 16 mm (13 mm version also available) |
| Core | Adaptive Dual Core: polypropylene core with interior perimeter foam | Endurafoam solid foam core |
| Face | Raw carbon fiber with MAXRev surface texture | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | Not published by Onix | 5.4 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $149.99 | $169.99 |
| 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 Onix Adapt Max or the Onix Praxis?
On our spec-based scale the Onix Praxis scores higher (9.5 vs 9.1). By player type, the Onix Praxis suits beginners, touch players and power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Onix Adapt Max or the Onix Praxis?
The Onix Praxis rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Onix Adapt Max or the Onix Praxis?
The Onix Praxis scores higher for beginners (9.4 vs 8.8), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Onix Adapt Max and Onix Praxis approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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