Vatic Pro
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash
Players who want foam-core pop in a hybrid shape
$109.99at Vatic Pro
Volair
Volair Mach 1 Forza
All-court players who want a thermoformed carbon hybrid at a mid-range price
$119.99at Volair
Ratings Head to Head
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour FlashVolair Mach 1 Forza
Power98.5
Control8.59
Spin98.5
Sweet spot8.59.5
Research score8.88.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash | Volair Mach 1 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.6 | 9.1 |
| Touch players | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| Power hitters | 8.8 | 8.8 |
| Spin players | 8.9 | 8.7 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is sweet spot: the Volair Mach 1 Forza rates 9.5 to the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash’s 8.5.
- On power, the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- The Volair Mach 1 Forza also leads on control, 9 to 8.5.
- On spin, the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- Price: the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Choose the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash if you want more power and more spin, especially if you’re a spin player.
Choose the Volair Mach 1 Forza if you want more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash | Volair Mach 1 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0 oz average | 8.2 oz average (14 mm: 7.9 oz) |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.3 in | 16.35 in |
| Width | 7.6 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | Floating EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring | Polypropylene honeycomb with foam-injected edge walls |
| Face | Evergrit textured surface (face material not specified by Vatic Pro) | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.3 in (long-handle version 5.6 in) | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.15 in |
| Price | $109.99 | $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 V-Sol Tour Flash or the Volair Mach 1 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the Volair Mach 1 Forza scores higher (8.9 vs 8.8). By player type, the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash suits spin players better, while the Volair Mach 1 Forza suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash or the Volair Mach 1 Forza?
The Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash rates higher for power on our scale (9 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash or the Volair Mach 1 Forza?
The Volair Mach 1 Forza scores higher for beginners (9.1 vs 8.6), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Flash and Volair Mach 1 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
More Head-to-Head Comparisons
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- Volair Mach 1 Forza vs Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid
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