Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Onix Lucent RC | Onix Praxis |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 9.4 |
| Touch players | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Power hitters | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Spin players | 9.2 | 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 Lucent RC’s 8.
- The Onix Praxis also leads on power, 10 to 9.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the Onix Praxis (9.5 vs 9).
- They tie on spin (9.5).
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the Onix Lucent RC against 16 mm (13 mm version also available) for the Onix Praxis. The thinner Onix Lucent RC should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Onix Lucent RC costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Pick the Onix Lucent RC if you want a lower price.
Choose 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 Lucent RC | 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 | Hexcell polypropylene | Endurafoam solid foam core |
| Face | Dual Action raw carbon fiber | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.7 in | 5.4 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $119.99 | $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 Lucent RC or the Onix Praxis?
On our spec-based scale the Onix Praxis scores higher (9.5 vs 9.0). By player type, the Onix Praxis suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Onix Lucent RC 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 Lucent RC 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 Lucent RC and Onix Praxis approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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