Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro Prism V7
Players who want elongated reach with a controlled feel
$99.99at Vatic Pro
Ratings Head to Head
Vatic Pro Prism V7Volair Mach 2 Forza
Power98
Control8.59.5
Spin9.58
Sweet spot9.510
Research score9.18.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Vatic Pro Prism V7 | Volair Mach 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.1 | 9.3 |
| Touch players | 9.0 | 9.2 |
| Power hitters | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Spin players | 9.3 | 8.5 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is spin: the Vatic Pro Prism V7 rates 9.5 to the Volair Mach 2 Forza’s 8.
- The Vatic Pro Prism V7 also leads on power, 9 to 8.
- Control goes to the Volair Mach 2 Forza (9.5 vs 8.5).
- Sweet spot goes to the Volair Mach 2 Forza (10 vs 9.5).
- Different shapes: the Vatic Pro Prism V7 is elongated and the Volair Mach 2 Forza is wide-body.
- Weight: the Vatic Pro Prism V7 is the heavier of the two, by about 0.4 oz on average.
- Price: the Vatic Pro Prism V7 costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Pick the Vatic Pro Prism V7 if you want more power, more spin and more weight behind the ball, especially if you’re a power hitter or a spin player.
Pick the Volair Mach 2 Forza if you want more control, a bigger sweet spot and a lighter feel, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Vatic Pro Prism V7 | Volair Mach 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.1–8.4 oz | 8.0 oz average (14 mm: 7.7 oz) |
| Shape | Elongated | Wide-body |
| Length | 16.5 in | 15.88 in |
| Width | 7.5 in | 8.12 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | Polypropylene honeycomb (8 mm cells, C7 polymers) with foam-injected walls | Polypropylene honeycomb with foam-injected edge walls |
| Face | Raw Toray T700 carbon fiber with heat-compressed texturing | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.75 in) | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.15 in |
| Price | $99.99 | $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 Vatic Pro Prism V7 or the Volair Mach 2 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the Vatic Pro Prism V7 scores higher (9.1 vs 8.9). By player type, the Vatic Pro Prism V7 suits power hitters and spin players better, while the Volair Mach 2 Forza suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the Vatic Pro Prism V7 or the Volair Mach 2 Forza?
The Vatic Pro Prism V7 rates higher for power on our scale (9 vs 8).
Which is better for beginners, the Vatic Pro Prism V7 or the Volair Mach 2 Forza?
The Volair Mach 2 Forza scores higher for beginners (9.3 vs 9.1), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Vatic Pro Prism V7 and Volair Mach 2 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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