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Paddle Comparison

Head Radical vs Sens Radii

The Sens Radii carries a clear SW advantage — 120.01 versus 113.83 on the Head Radical — a 6.18-point gap that means noticeably heavier drives and more power from the Radii. The Head Radical also has the wider sweet spot — TW 6.83 versus 5.95 — meaning more forgiveness on off-center hits. Shape adds another dimension: the Radical is widebody, the Radii is elongated, which changes reach, kitchen feel, and sweet-spot position. On price, the Head Radical is $19 less expensive after the PLAYBOOK discount.

Who wins on what

Power

Sens Radii

Higher Swing Weight (power) (113.83 vs 120.01, +6.18)

Hand Speed

Head Radical

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (113.83 vs 120.01)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Head Radical

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.83 vs 5.95, +0.88)

Value

Head Radical

Lower effective price ($169.15 vs $188.10, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Head
Sens

Model

Radical
Radii

Shape

Widebody
Elongated

Thickness

15mm
16mm

Weight

8.3 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

113.83
120.01

Twist Weight

6.83
5.95

Play Style

control
all-court

Retail Price

$199.00
$209.00

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$169.15
$188.10

Head

Radical

$169.15 (was $199.00)

Sens

Radii

$188.10 (was $209.00)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Head Radical if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (113.83 vs 120.01) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.83 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $19 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

Pick the Sens Radii if…

  • You want more power — SW 120.01 is 6.18 points higher.
  • Your game leans all-court — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Head Radical or the Sens Radii better for power?

The Sens Radii generates more power — SW 120.01 vs 113.83 on the Head Radical, a 6.18-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Radical's lower swing weight is the advantage.

Which paddle is more forgiving — the Head Radical or the Sens Radii?

The Head Radical is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.83 vs 5.95 on the Sens Radii. 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 Head Radical and the Sens Radii?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Head Radical is $169.15 and the Sens Radii is $188.10. The Head Radical is $18.95 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

How does the shape difference affect how the Head Radical and Sens Radii play?

The Head Radical's widebody shape delivers a wider face and maximum forgiveness — tuned for kitchen play and the soft game. The Sens Radii's elongated gives extra reach and a higher sweet spot — better for drives, resets, and transition-zone play. For players who live at the kitchen line, that shape distinction often matters more than a 1–2 point SW difference.

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