LUZZ Cannon XPP M1 Elongated 16mm vs Spartus Spitfire Elongated 16mm
Exact 16mm Elongated power designs: Cannon’s higher swing inertia and XPOP response against Spitfire’s quicker handling and lower listed price. Is the heavier swing profile worth the premium? Both Paddle DNA profiles and their derived IQ scores are editorial estimates; they do not establish a measured head-to-head winner.
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Quick answer
Choose Cannon XPP M1 if you prefer higher swing inertia, plow-through and LUZZ’s lively XPOP offensive design. Choose Spitfire Elongated for quicker recovery and stronger value for many doubles players. Current listed prices are $179.00 and $109.99; higher cost does not establish a measured power or spin win.
Both are exact 16mm Elongated models. Paddle DNA and IQ are database-derived editorial estimates, not same-lab head-to-head results or personal laboratory testing by Alex.
Watch: Luzz Cannon XPP M1 vs Spartus Spitfire
See how the Luzz Cannon XPP M1 and Spartus Spitfire Elongated 16mm compare in power, swing weight, spin, grit, stability, hand speed and overall value.
Quick takeaway: Cannon carries significantly more listed swing weight despite similar static weight. Its XPOP foam design targets lively offense; Spitfire offers quicker handling and a lower listed price. At the prices used when the video was recorded, Cannon cost roughly $69 more. Both Paddle DNA profiles here are editorial estimates, not a same-lab power or spin test.
Compare full specs below ↓Paddle DNA head-to-head
Estimated scores: the LUZZ Cannon XPP M1 Elongated 16mm and Spartus Spitfire Elongated 16mm Paddle DNA is our estimate from published specs, not a sourced profile.
- 93Power90
- 78Control84
- 88Spin88
- 80Forgiveness82
- 81Sweet spot83
- 84Stability83
- 68Maneuverability77
- 92Pop88
- 77Touch85
- 80Consistency84
- 82Swing weight74
- 80Twist weight79
- 61Launch angle59
- 91Plow through85
- 69Softness80
LUZZ Cannon XPP M1 Elongated 16mm vs Spartus Spitfire Elongated 16mm specs
Every spec side by side. Highlighted values are the better of the two where one is objectively better.
| Spec | LUZZ Cannon XPP M1 Elongated 16mm | Spartus Spitfire Elongated 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Street price(USD) | $179 | $109.99 — better |
| IQ score(/ 100) | 82.1 | 84.1 — better |
| Weight(oz) | 7.93 | 7.85 |
| Core thickness(mm) | 16 | 16 |
| Swing weight(kg·cm²)Lower swings faster | 122 | 116 |
| Twist weight(kg·cm²)Higher is more stable | 6.3 — better | 6.2 |
| Shape | elongated | elongated |
| Face length(in) | 16.54 | 16.5 |
| Face width(in) | 7.48 | 7.5 |
| Handle length(in) | 5.52 | 5.5 |
| Grip circumference(in) | 4.13 | 4.125 |
| Surface | Carbon fiber with green silicon-carbide grit | QuadFiber carbon layup with PermaGritNano |
| Core material | XPOP modified foam | Generation 4 Turbo Foam (EPP) |
LUZZ Cannon XPP M1 Elongated 16mm verdict
A head-loaded offensive option with listed swing weight 122 ±3 despite a 7.93 oz average static weight. XPOP is designed for lively rebound; soft resets require touch. Estimated DNA is not proof of a measured power or spin win over Spitfire.
Spartus Spitfire Elongated 16mm verdict
A lower-price elongated power design with listed swing weight 116, quicker handling than Cannon’s nominal 122, and similar twist-weight territory. Turbo Foam and QuadFiber target power with dwell and touch; our DNA is estimated, not a measured same-lab comparison.
Where to Buy
LUZZ Cannon XPP M1 Elongated 16mm
Spartus Spitfire Elongated 16mm
Cannon XPP vs Spitfire: the buyer trade-offs
Static weight ≠ swing weight
Cannon’s listed average 7.93 oz is only 0.08 oz above Spitfire’s 7.85 oz. But its nominal swing weight is 122 ±3 versus 116. Cannon carries significantly more swing weight despite similar static weight. Where mass sits affects acceleration, recovery and momentum through contact; it is misleading to call Cannon simply “much heavier.”
Power, pop and plow-through
LUZZ describes XPOP as modified foam designed for strong, lively rebound. Higher inertia can support momentum through contact, but it also takes more effort to accelerate. Spartus describes Turbo Foam as a Gen 4 EPP power core. Faster acceleration may suit reactive counters. We have no comparable same-protocol power measurements here, so no MPH figures or laboratory power winner are invented.
Spin, surface and grit
Cannon uses carbon fiber with green silicon-carbide grit; Spitfire uses PermaGritNano on a four-layer QuadFiber carbon layup. Both manufacturers promote lasting grip. Those design claims do not prove permanent spin retention, and roughness alone does not determine spin. Independent reviewers have reported strong spin for these paddles, but results from different labs are not presented as a directly comparable RPM contest.
Control, touch and feel
LUZZ says Cannon’s lively response requires softer touch on dinks, blocks and defensive resets. Spartus says QuadFiber is intended to increase dwell and deliver a softer-feeling response despite its power design. That makes Spitfire a plausible fit for players balancing attacks and resets, not a guarantee of control for every player. Touch and softness ratings remain editorial estimates.
Forgiveness and stability
Listed twist weights are 6.3 ±0.1 for Cannon and 6.2 for Spitfire: similar territory, not a dramatic stability gulf. Both narrow elongated faces favor reach rather than widebody coverage. Sweet-spot and forgiveness ratings are estimated; neither face’s effective sweet spot was measured for this page.
Dimensions and handle
Cannon is listed at 16.54 × 7.48 inches with a 5.52-inch handle and 4.13-inch grip circumference. Spitfire is 16.5 × 7.5 inches with a 5.5-inch handle and 4.125-inch grip. These differences are small. Both offer elongated reach and space for two-handed backhands; no Standard or Widebody Spitfire data is used.
Who should buy Cannon XPP M1?
Aggressive players who deliberately prefer a head-loaded swing, sustained drives and a lively short-swing response—and have the touch to manage it in the soft game. Try it before buying if a higher swing weight has previously slowed your kitchen recovery.
Who should buy Spitfire?
Value-focused doubles players who want an elongated power paddle without Cannon’s higher nominal swing inertia. Spitfire is the more economical way to explore a Turbo Foam and durable-grit design, particularly if reaction speed and reset touch matter alongside offense.
Price and value
Manufacturer-listed prices checked October 18, 2026 are $179.00 and $109.99, a $69.01 gap before tax, shipping or discounts. At the prices used when the video was recorded, Cannon cost roughly $69 more. This is not a permanent evergreen price claim; check the manufacturer before purchase.
Tournament approval and evidence limits
Both exact manufacturer listings say USAP approved. LUZZ separately says UPA-A certification is in progress; do not treat that as UPA-A approval. Check your event’s current governing-body list. Specifications and nominal inertia are manufacturer-listed; DNA is editorially estimated. No claim is made that Alex personally laboratory-tested either paddle.
Cannon XPP M1 vs Spitfire FAQ
- Is Cannon XPP worth paying more for than Spitfire?
- Only if you prefer higher swing inertia and the lively offensive response LUZZ describes. Current listed prices are $179 and $109.99, checked October 18, 2026; that $69.01 gap can change. Spitfire is the stronger budget fit for many doubles players.
- Is Cannon much heavier than Spitfire?
- Not in static weight: listed averages are 7.93 and 7.85 oz, only 0.08 oz apart. Swing weights are 122 ±3 and 116. Mass distribution, not simply scale weight, changes hand speed and plow-through.
- Does silicon-carbide grit guarantee more spin?
- No. Surface roughness is only one factor in spin. We do not compare RPM from different labs as if their protocols were identical, and neither estimated DNA profile establishes a measured spin winner.
- Are these exact paddles tournament approved?
- Both manufacturers list USAP approval for these exact products. LUZZ says UPA-A certification is in progress, not approved. Confirm the current governing-body list and your event requirements before entering.
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