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Head-to-Head Comparison

Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta vs Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik

The Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik scores 9.4 and the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta scores 8.6 on our spec-based rating scale. Calculated from each maker’s published specs; we don’t play-test paddles.

Ratings Head to Head

Selkirk AMPED Pro Air InviktaSelkirk LABS Project Boomstik
Power99.5
Control89
Spin9.510
Sweet spot89
Research score8.69.4

Which Suits Your Game?

Player typeSelkirk AMPED Pro Air InviktaSelkirk LABS Project Boomstik
Beginners8.39.2
Touch players8.49.3
Power hitters8.89.4
Spin players9.09.6

Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted

Key Differences

  • The biggest gap is control: the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik rates 9 to the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta’s 8.
  • Sweet spot goes to the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik (9 vs 8).
  • On power, the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
  • On spin, the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik is ahead: 10 vs 9.5.
  • Price: the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta costs less right now (see the prices above).

The Verdict

Choose the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta if you want a lower price.

Pick the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik if you want more power, more control and more spin, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.

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Specs Side by Side

SpecSelkirk AMPED Pro Air InviktaSelkirk LABS Project Boomstik
Weight7.8–8.2 oz8.0–8.3 oz
ShapeElongatedElongated
Length16.5 in16.5 in
Width7.45 in7.45 in
Core thickness16 mm16 mm
CoreX5+ polypropylene honeycombBoomCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring)
FaceFiberFlex+ fiberglass with ProSpin+ micro textureMultistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) with InfiniGrit surface
Handle length5.25 in5.8 in
Grip size4.25 in4.25 in
Price$100 (list $180)$333
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 Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta or the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik?

On our spec-based scale the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik scores higher (9.4 vs 8.6). By player type, the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.

Which has more power, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta or the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik?

The Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik rates higher for power on our scale (9.5 vs 9).

Which is better for beginners, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta or the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik?

The Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik scores higher for beginners (9.2 vs 8.3), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.

Are the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta and Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik approved for tournament play?

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

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