Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Volair Mach 2 | Volair Mach 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Touch players | 8.6 | 9.2 |
| Power hitters | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| Spin players | 8.2 | 8.5 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is control: the Volair Mach 2 Forza rates 9.5 to the Volair Mach 2’s 8.5.
- Power goes to the Volair Mach 2 Forza (8 vs 7.5).
- Sweet spot goes to the Volair Mach 2 Forza (10 vs 9.5).
- They tie on spin (8).
- Core thickness: 14 mm (16 mm version currently sold out) for the Volair Mach 2 against 16 mm (14 mm version also available) for the Volair Mach 2 Forza. The thinner Volair Mach 2 should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Volair Mach 2 costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Pick the Volair Mach 2 if you want a lower price.
Go with the Volair Mach 2 Forza if you want more power, more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Volair Mach 2 | Volair Mach 2 Forza |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8 oz average (16 mm: 8.1 oz) | 8.0 oz average (14 mm: 7.7 oz) |
| Shape | Wide-body | Wide-body |
| Length | 15.88 in | 15.88 in |
| Width | 8.12 in | 8.12 in |
| Core thickness | 14 mm (16 mm version currently sold out) | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb with foam-injected edge walls |
| Face | Toray T700 carbon fiber | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in (16 mm: 4.3 in) | 4.15 in |
| Price | $69.99 (list $89.99) | $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 Volair Mach 2 or the Volair Mach 2 Forza?
On our spec-based scale the Volair Mach 2 Forza scores higher (8.9 vs 8.4). By player type, the Volair Mach 2 Forza suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Volair Mach 2 or the Volair Mach 2 Forza?
The Volair Mach 2 Forza rates higher for power on our scale (8 vs 7.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Volair Mach 2 or the Volair Mach 2 Forza?
The Volair Mach 2 Forza scores higher for beginners (9.3 vs 8.7), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Volair Mach 2 and Volair Mach 2 Forza approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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