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 SHIFT EL
Power910
Control8.58
Spin9.58.5
Sweet spot9.59
Research score9.18.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Vatic Pro Prism V7 | Volair SHIFT EL |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.1 | 8.8 |
| Touch players | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Power hitters | 9.1 | 9.2 |
| Spin players | 9.3 | 8.8 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Volair SHIFT EL rates 10 to the Vatic Pro Prism V7’s 9.
- Spin goes to the Vatic Pro Prism V7 (9.5 vs 8.5).
- The Vatic Pro Prism V7 also leads on control, 8.5 to 8.
- On sweet spot, the Vatic Pro Prism V7 is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
- Core thickness: 16 mm (14 mm version also available) for the Vatic Pro Prism V7 against 14 mm for the Volair SHIFT EL. The thinner Volair SHIFT EL should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
The Verdict
Pick the Vatic Pro Prism V7 if you want more control, more spin and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Choose the Volair SHIFT EL if you want more power.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Vatic Pro Prism V7 | Volair SHIFT EL |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.1–8.4 oz | 8.2 oz average |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) | 14 mm |
| Core | Polypropylene honeycomb (8 mm cells, C7 polymers) with foam-injected walls | Full-foam floating core with flex channels, EVA perimeter and carbon-infused edge foam |
| Face | Raw Toray T700 carbon fiber with heat-compressed texturing | T700 carbon fiber (four layers) |
| Handle length | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.75 in) | 5.6 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 V7 or the Volair SHIFT EL?
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 beginners, touch players and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Vatic Pro Prism V7 or the Volair SHIFT EL?
The Volair SHIFT EL rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9).
Which is better for beginners, the Vatic Pro Prism V7 or the Volair SHIFT EL?
The Vatic Pro Prism V7 scores higher for beginners (9.1 vs 8.8), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Vatic Pro Prism V7 and Volair SHIFT EL approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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