Paddletek
Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C
Players who want control and forgiveness at a lower price
$149.99at Paddletek
Ratings Head to Head
Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-CVolair CTRL 2 Forza
Power88
Control8.58.5
Spin8.57
Sweet spot9.510
Research score8.68.4
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C | Volair CTRL 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 8.9 |
| Touch players | 8.7 | 8.5 |
| Power hitters | 8.5 | 8.3 |
| Spin players | 8.6 | 7.9 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is spin: the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C rates 8.5 to the Volair CTRL 2 Forza’s 7.
- Sweet spot goes to the Volair CTRL 2 Forza (10 vs 9.5).
- They tie on power (8) and control (8.5).
- Core thickness: 14.3 mm for the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C against 16 mm for the Volair CTRL 2 Forza. The thinner Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Volair CTRL 2 Forza costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Go with the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C if you want more spin, especially if you’re a touch player or a power hitter.
Go with the Volair CTRL 2 Forza if you want a bigger sweet spot.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C | Volair CTRL 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 8.1 oz average |
| Shape | Standard (wide-body) | Wide-body |
| Length | 16 in | 15.88 in |
| Width | 8 in | 8.12 in |
| Core thickness | 14.3 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | SRT (Smart Response Technology) polymer core | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face | PT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700) | Aramid fiber |
| Handle length | 5.25 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | Not published by Paddletek | 4.15 in |
| Price | $149.99 | $139.99 |
| 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 Wave Pro-C or the Volair CTRL 2 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C scores higher (8.6 vs 8.4). By player type, the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C suits touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C or the Volair CTRL 2 Forza?
They rate the same for power on our scale (8).
Which is better for beginners, the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C or the Volair CTRL 2 Forza?
The Volair CTRL 2 Forza scores higher for beginners (8.9 vs 8.8), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C and Volair CTRL 2 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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