Franklin Signature Carbon STR vs ONIX Z5 Graphite
Both paddles measured on the same 15-trait Paddle DNA test. Franklin Signature Carbon STR takes the higher overall IQ score, but the right pick depends on which traits you value.
Paddle DNA head-to-head
- 76Power73
- 83Control76
- 80Spin62
- 85Forgiveness82
- 86Sweet spot84
- 78Stability70
- 82Maneuverability88
- 76Pop80
- 79Touch70
- 81Consistency74
- 54Swing weight44
- 72Twist weight62
- 63Launch angle70
- 64Plow through56
- 82Softness74
Specs
| $110 | Price | $70 |
|---|---|---|
| 16 mm | Core | 11 mm |
| 8 oz | Weight | 7.8 oz |
| 110 | Swing weight | 102 |
| 6 | Twist weight | 5.5 |
| standard | Shape | widebody |
| Raw carbon | Surface | Graphite composite |
| 5 in | Handle | 5 in |
Franklin Signature Carbon STR verdict
Franklin's most credible performance paddle to date. It will not win a spin shootout, but the balance and build quality are honest for the money.
ONIX Z5 Graphite verdict
The paddle that introduced a generation to pickleball. It is fast and cheap, but the thin Nomex core is loud and dated next to modern polymer builds.