Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro Prism Flash
Players who want a controlled, plush carbon paddle for less
$99.99at Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro Saga Flash
All-court players who want a responsive honeycomb paddle for less
$99.99at Vatic Pro
Ratings Head to Head
Vatic Pro Prism FlashVatic Pro Saga Flash
Power8.57.5
Control99
Spin99
Sweet spot9.58.5
Research score9.08.5
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Vatic Pro Prism Flash | Vatic Pro Saga Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Touch players | 9.1 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 8.9 | 8.2 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 8.6 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Vatic Pro Prism Flash rates 8.5 to the Vatic Pro Saga Flash’s 7.5.
- The Vatic Pro Prism Flash also leads on sweet spot, 9.5 to 8.5.
- They tie on control (9) and spin (9).
The Verdict
Pick the Vatic Pro Prism Flash if you want more power and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Vatic Pro Prism Flash | Vatic Pro Saga Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.2 oz | 8.0–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.3 in | 16.3 in |
| Width | 7.7 in | 7.7 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) | 16 mm (14 mm Blackout Samurai version also available) |
| Core | Polypropylene honeycomb (8 mm cells, C7 polymers) with foam-injected walls | Polypropylene honeycomb with 10 mm cells (power core) |
| Face | Raw Toray T700 carbon fiber with heat-compressed texturing | Multi-layer composite with a Toray T700 carbon fiber top layer |
| Handle length | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.75 in) | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.6–5.75 in) |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $99.99 | $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 Vatic Pro Prism Flash or the Vatic Pro Saga Flash?
On our spec-based scale the Vatic Pro Prism Flash scores higher (9.0 vs 8.5). By player type, the Vatic Pro Prism Flash suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Vatic Pro Prism Flash or the Vatic Pro Saga Flash?
The Vatic Pro Prism Flash rates higher for power on our scale (8.5 vs 7.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Vatic Pro Prism Flash or the Vatic Pro Saga Flash?
The Vatic Pro Prism Flash scores higher for beginners (9.1 vs 8.6), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Vatic Pro Prism Flash and Vatic Pro Saga Flash approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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