Mizuno AcroSpeed SX vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody)
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
The value vs. premium matchup
The Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody)'s 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Mizuno AcroSpeed SX's 13mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) is the value pick at $99.99. Mizuno AcroSpeed SX is the premium option at $255 —
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Mizuno AcroSpeed SX | Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.4–8.4 oz | 8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Widebody | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 13mm | 16mm |
| Core material | ENERZYCELL polypropylene honeycomb core | Precision-indented EPP foam core with carbon fiber sealed edge-foam perimeter |
| Face material | MZ-36C carbon fiber with SpinKote grit | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5" | — |
| Price | $255 | $99.99 |
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What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Mizuno AcroSpeed SX is listed at 8.4 oz; Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) at 8–8.2 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) is 0.4 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Mizuno AcroSpeed SX has a 13mm core; Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) has a 16mm core, so the Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) core is 3mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Face material. Mizuno AcroSpeed SX lists its face as MZ-36C carbon fiber with SpinKote grit; Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) lists Toray T700 raw carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Mizuno AcroSpeed SX lists its core as ENERZYCELL polypropylene honeycomb core; Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) lists Precision-indented EPP foam core with carbon fiber sealed…. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Mizuno AcroSpeed SX
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with an aggressive, planted swing. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody)
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Mizuno AcroSpeed SX if…
- ✓you swing through the ball
- ✓you want a hot face for put-aways
- ✓you want a generous sweet spot
Pick the Vatic Pro V-Sol Power Bloom 16mm (Widebody) if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you want a generous sweet spot
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