Paddletek
Paddletek Tempest TKO-C
Players who want elongated reach and spin for less
$149.99at Paddletek
Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro Saga V7
Players who want a heavier elongated paddle with plow-through
$99.99at Vatic Pro
Ratings Head to Head
Paddletek Tempest TKO-CVatic Pro Saga V7
Power98.5
Control88.5
Spin9.59.5
Sweet spot88.5
Research score8.68.8
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Paddletek Tempest TKO-C | Vatic Pro Saga V7 |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.3 | 8.6 |
| Touch players | 8.4 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 9.0 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C rates 9 to the Vatic Pro Saga V7’s 8.5.
- The Vatic Pro Saga V7 also leads on control, 8.5 to 8.
- Sweet spot goes to the Vatic Pro Saga V7 (8.5 vs 8).
- They tie on spin (9.5).
- Core thickness: 14.3 mm for the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C against 16 mm (14 mm Blackout Samurai version also available) for the Vatic Pro Saga V7. The thinner Paddletek Tempest TKO-C should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Weight: the Vatic Pro Saga V7 is the heavier of the two, by about 0.3 oz on average.
- Price: the Vatic Pro Saga V7 costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Pick the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C if you want more power and a lighter feel.
Go with the Vatic Pro Saga V7 if you want more control, a bigger sweet spot and more weight behind the ball, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Paddletek Tempest TKO-C | Vatic Pro Saga V7 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 8.2–8.5 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 14.3 mm | 16 mm (14 mm Blackout Samurai version also available) |
| Core | SRT (Smart Response Technology) polymer core | Polypropylene honeycomb with 10 mm cells (power core) |
| Face | PT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700) | Multi-layer composite with a Toray T700 carbon fiber top layer |
| Handle length | 5.25 in | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.6–5.75 in) |
| Grip size | Not published by Paddletek | 4.125 in |
| Price | $149.99 | $99.99 |
| 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 Paddletek Tempest TKO-C or the Vatic Pro Saga V7?
On our spec-based scale the Vatic Pro Saga V7 scores higher (8.8 vs 8.6). By player type, the Vatic Pro Saga V7 suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C or the Vatic Pro Saga V7?
The Paddletek Tempest TKO-C rates higher for power on our scale (9 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C or the Vatic Pro Saga V7?
The Vatic Pro Saga V7 scores higher for beginners (8.6 vs 8.3), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C and Vatic Pro Saga V7 approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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