11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 vs Engage X2 Elongated

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 7.9oz 16mm pickleball paddle — CFC (carbon/fiberglass/carbon) with HexGrit peel-ply face

    11SIX24

    Vapor Power 2

    $209.99

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    Engage X2 Elongated 7.9oz 16mm pickleball paddle — Carbon fiber face

    Engage

    X2 Elongated

    $207.99

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    Pickle's 5-axis score

    Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2Engage X2 Elongated
    Power — Engage +2.9
    6.7 vs 9.6
    Hand speed — even
    3.0 vs 3.0
    Forgiveness — 11SIX24 +1.7
    6.6 vs 4.9
    Touch — even
    9.9 vs 9.9
    Spin — 11SIX24 +2.0
    6.4 vs 4.4

    Reach vs. maneuverability

    Engage X2 Elongated trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is easier to whip around in hand fights. Both paddles target power players — the choice comes down to feel and price.

    Side-by-side specs

    Weight

    7.9–8.3 oz7.9–8.3 oz

    Shape

    HybridElongated

    Core thickness

    16mm16mm

    Core material

    Thermoformed full foam microcellular core with EVA borderHigh-density foam core

    Face material

    CFC (carbon/fiberglass/carbon) with HexGrit peel-plyCarbon fiber

    Handle length

    5.75"5.5"

    Price

    $209.99$207.99

    What the spec differences mean

    • Length and width. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 measures 16.25" × 7.75"; Engage X2 Elongated measures 16.5" × 7.38" (hybrid vs elongated). The Engage X2 Elongated is 0.25" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
    • Handle length. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 has a 5.75" handle; Engage X2 Elongated has a 5.5" handle, so the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 handle is 0.25" longer. What grip length changes
    • Face material. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 lists its face as CFC; Engage X2 Elongated lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
    • Core material. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 lists its core as Thermoformed full foam microcellular core with EVA border; Engage X2 Elongated lists High-density foam core. Paddle core materials explained

    Who each paddle is for

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.

    Playing style: power, spin

    Engage X2 Elongated

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.

    Playing style: power, spin

    Pickle's verdict

    Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.

    Pick the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 if…

    • ✓you prize control on resets and dinks

    Pick the Engage X2 Elongated if…

    • ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
    • ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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