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Paddle Comparison

Holbrook Fuze Vantagrit vs RPM Friction Pro V2

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

Holbrook Fuze Vantagrit

Higher Swing Weight (power) (119.71 vs 116.91, +2.80)

Hand Speed

RPM Friction Pro V2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (119.71 vs 116.91)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

RPM Friction Pro V2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.04 vs 6.28, +0.24)

Value

Holbrook Fuze Vantagrit

Lower effective price ($195.49 vs $212.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Holbrook
RPM

Model

Fuze Vantagrit
Friction Pro V2

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.04 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

119.71
116.91

Twist Weight

6.04
6.28

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$229.99
$249.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$195.49
$212.49

Holbrook

Fuze Vantagrit

$195.49 (was $229.99)

RPM

Friction Pro V2

$212.49 (was $249.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Holbrook Fuze Vantagrit if…

  • You want more power — SW 119.71 is 2.80 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $17 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the RPM Friction Pro V2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.91 vs 119.71) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.28 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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