PRISM Flash (16mm)
Performance
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Paddle Specs
- Generation
- N/A
- Core Material
- Optimized C7 Polymers and high-grade performance honeycomb
- Face Material
- Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber
- RPM
- N/A
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Paddle Weight
- 8.05 oz
- Swing Weight
- 114
- Twist Weight
- N/A
- Handle Length
- 5.3 in
- Grip Size
- 4.125
Description
An affordable carbon fiber paddle featuring raw TORAY T700, foam edge walls, and a unibody design for a perfect blend of power and control.
How the PRISM Flash (16mm) compares
The Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) is a 16mm hybrid pickleball paddle designed for all-court play, with a list price of $99.99. In PaddleDB's ratings it scores Power 43, Pop 51 and Agility 39 out of 100. It weighs 8.05 oz and has a swing weight of 114.
Strengths and trade-offs, by the numbers
Stands out for
- List price of $99.99 is lower than 94% of paddles in PaddleDB.
Trade-offs
- Power rating of 43/100 ranks 50 of 65 — in the bottom quarter for power.
- Pop rating of 51/100 ranks 49 of 66 — in the bottom quarter for pop.
Where the PRISM Flash (16mm) ranks
- #4 Best Pickleball Paddles Under $100 of 20
Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) specs
| Brand | Vatic Pro |
|---|---|
| Designed for | All-Court |
| Shape | Hybrid |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Length | 16.2 in |
| Width | 7.7 in |
| Face length | 10.9 in |
| Handle length | 5.3 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in |
| Weight | 8.05 oz |
| Swing weight | 114 |
| Core | Optimized C7 Polymers and high-grade performance honeycomb |
| Face | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber |
| Surface texture | Heat compressed texturing |
| Approval | USAP |
| List price | $99.99 |
Paddles with similar ratings
Closest matches on Power, Control, Spin and Agility, favouring the same thickness and shape.
| Paddle | Power | Control | Spin | Agility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) (this paddle) | 43 | N/A | N/A | 39 | $99.99 |
| 11six24 Vapor All-Court | 47 | 54 | 91 | 35 | $149.99 |
| Joola Perseus Pro V (14mm) | 38 | N/A | N/A | 47 | $299.95 |
| Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Flash - Long Handle | 47 | N/A | N/A | 33 | $109.99 |
| Bread & Butter Filth (Hybrid) | 54 | 53 | 68 | 54 | $165 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) good for power?
Not especially. Its Power rating is 43/100, ranking 50 of 65 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power — higher than 22% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm)?
114. That is heavier than 36% of the 92 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.7).
How much does the Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) weigh?
8.05 oz. The median paddle in PaddleDB weighs 8.09 oz.
Is the Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) USAP approved?
Yes — PaddleDB lists it as approved by USAP. Approval lists change, so confirm on the official list before a sanctioned event.
How much does the Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) cost?
The Vatic Pro PRISM Flash (16mm) has a list price of $99.99. Code PADDLEDB gives 10% Off at Vatic Pro.
Ratings are relative to the 101 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.