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Head-to-Head Comparison

Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C vs Selkirk OMNI Widebody

The Selkirk OMNI Widebody scores 9.4 and the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C scores 8.5 on our spec-based rating scale. Calculated from each maker’s published specs; we don’t play-test paddles.

Ratings Head to Head

Paddletek Bantam ESQ-CSelkirk OMNI Widebody
Power8.58.5
Control89.5
Spin8.59.5
Sweet spot910
Research score8.59.4

Which Suits Your Game?

Player typePaddletek Bantam ESQ-CSelkirk OMNI Widebody
Beginners8.59.5
Touch players8.49.5
Power hitters8.59.2
Spin players8.59.4

Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted

Key Differences

  • The biggest gap is control: the Selkirk OMNI Widebody rates 9.5 to the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C’s 8.
  • On spin, the Selkirk OMNI Widebody is ahead: 9.5 vs 8.5.
  • The Selkirk OMNI Widebody also leads on sweet spot, 10 to 9.
  • They tie on power (8.5).
  • Core thickness: 12.7 mm or 14.3 mm (scored at 12.7 mm) for the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C against 16 mm for the Selkirk OMNI Widebody. The thinner Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
  • Weight: the Selkirk OMNI Widebody is the heavier of the two, by about 0.4 oz on average.
  • Price: the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C costs less at each brand’s own store.

The Verdict

Go with the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C if you want a lighter feel and a lower price.

Choose the Selkirk OMNI Widebody if you want more control, more spin and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.

Buy at SelkirkBuy at Paddletek

Specs Side by Side

SpecPaddletek Bantam ESQ-CSelkirk OMNI Widebody
Weight7.5–7.8 oz7.9–8.2 oz
ShapeStandard (wide-body)Wide-body
Length16 in15.95 in
Width8 in8 in
Core thickness12.7 mm or 14.3 mm (scored at 12.7 mm)16 mm
CoreBantam QRT (Quick Response Technology) polymer coreReactCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring)
FacePT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700)Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface
Handle length5.5 in5.6 in
Grip sizeNot published by Paddletek4.25 in
Price$199.99$300
USA Pickleball approvedYesYes

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 Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?

On our spec-based scale the Selkirk OMNI Widebody scores higher (9.4 vs 8.5). By player type, the Selkirk OMNI Widebody suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.

Which has more power, the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?

They rate the same for power on our scale (8.5).

Which is better for beginners, the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?

The Selkirk OMNI Widebody scores higher for beginners (9.5 vs 8.5), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.

Are the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C and Selkirk OMNI Widebody approved for tournament play?

Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.

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