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 Mach 2 Forza
Power88
Control8.59.5
Spin8.58
Sweet spot9.510
Research score8.68.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C | Volair Mach 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Touch players | 8.7 | 9.2 |
| Power hitters | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| Spin players | 8.6 | 8.5 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is control: the Volair Mach 2 Forza rates 9.5 to the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C’s 8.5.
- Spin goes to the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C (8.5 vs 8).
- On sweet spot, the Volair Mach 2 Forza is ahead: 10 vs 9.5.
- They tie on power (8).
- Core thickness: 14.3 mm for the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C against 16 mm (14 mm version also available) for the Volair Mach 2 Forza. The thinner Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Volair Mach 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.
Go with the Volair Mach 2 Forza if you want more control, a bigger sweet spot and a lower price, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C | Volair Mach 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 8.0 oz average (14 mm: 7.7 oz) |
| 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 (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | SRT (Smart Response Technology) polymer core | Polypropylene honeycomb with foam-injected edge walls |
| Face | PT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700) | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.25 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | Not published by Paddletek | 4.15 in |
| Price | $149.99 | $119.99 |
| 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 Mach 2 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the Volair Mach 2 Forza scores higher (8.9 vs 8.6). By player type, the Volair Mach 2 Forza suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C or the Volair Mach 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 Mach 2 Forza?
The Volair Mach 2 Forza scores higher for beginners (9.3 vs 8.8), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C and Volair Mach 2 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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