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Paddle Comparison

Beyond Measure Ronin vs Warping Point Nightblade 002

The Beyond Measure Ronin and Warping Point Nightblade 002 are nearly identical in swing weight (115.65 vs 116.06), making build quality, surface feel, and brand preference the deciding factors. The Beyond Measure Ronin also has the wider sweet spot — TW 6.36 versus 5.73 — meaning more forgiveness on off-center hits. On price, the Beyond Measure Ronin is $30 less expensive after the PLAYBOOK discount.

Who wins on what

Power

Warping Point Nightblade 002

Higher Swing Weight (power) (115.65 vs 116.06, +0.41)

Hand Speed

Beyond Measure Ronin

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (115.65 vs 116.06)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Beyond Measure Ronin

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.36 vs 5.73, +0.63)

Value

Beyond Measure Ronin

Lower effective price ($105.30 vs $134.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Beyond Measure
Warping Point

Model

Ronin
Nightblade 002

Shape

Hybrid
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
7.9 oz

Swing Weight

115.65
116.06

Twist Weight

6.36
5.73

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$117.00
$149.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$105.30
$134.99

Beyond Measure

Ronin

$105.30 (was $117.00)

Warping Point

Nightblade 002

$134.99 (was $149.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Beyond Measure Ronin if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.36 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $30 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Warping Point Nightblade 002 if…

  • You've already decided this is your brand or build preference.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Beyond Measure Ronin or the Warping Point Nightblade 002 better for power?

The Warping Point Nightblade 002 generates more power — SW 116.06 vs 115.65 on the Beyond Measure Ronin, a 0.41-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Ronin's lower swing weight is the advantage.

Which paddle is more forgiving — the Beyond Measure Ronin or the Warping Point Nightblade 002?

The Beyond Measure Ronin is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.36 vs 5.73 on the Warping Point Nightblade 002. Higher twist weight reduces energy loss on off-center hits, which matters most for kitchen-heavy players who take a lot of dinks and resets.

What is the price difference between the Beyond Measure Ronin and the Warping Point Nightblade 002?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Beyond Measure Ronin is $105.30 and the Warping Point Nightblade 002 is $134.99. The Beyond Measure Ronin is $29.69 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

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