Ronbus R4 Pulsar vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
Both paddles are scored using the same 15-trait Paddle DNA model. Ronbus R4 Pulsar takes the higher overall IQ score, but the right pick depends on which traits you value.
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Quick answer
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm wins this matchup for most players: it takes value on Paddle DNA against the Ronbus R4 Pulsar, which costs $160.
Power
Too close to call
91 vs 88
Spin
Too close to call
88 vs 88
Control
Too close to call
82 vs 80
Forgiveness
Too close to call
82 vs 82
Hand speed
Too close to call
Not verified — incompatible or unavailable measurements
Value
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
$109.99 at IQ 82.8 vs $160 at IQ 83.5
Overall pick: Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm · $109.99 · IQ 82.8
Paddle DNA head-to-head
Estimated scores: the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm Paddle DNA is our estimate from published specs, not a sourced profile.
- 88Power91
- 82Control80
- 88Spin88
- 82Forgiveness82
- 84Sweet spot83
- 86Stability81
- 78Maneuverability78
- 86Pop90
- 78Touch80
- 84Consistency81
- 76Swing weight74
- 80Twist weight78
- 56Launch angle62
- 86Plow through85
- 68Softness78
Ronbus R4 Pulsar vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm specs
Every spec side by side. Highlighted values are the better of the two where one is objectively better.
| Spec | Ronbus R4 Pulsar | Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Street price(USD) | $160 | $109.99 — better |
| IQ score(/ 100) | 83.5 — better | 82.8 |
| Weight(oz) | 8.1 | 8 |
| Core thickness(mm) | 14 | 16 |
| Swing weight(kg·cm²)Lower swings faster | 113 | Not verified |
| Twist weight(kg·cm²)Higher is more stable | 6.5 | Not verified |
| Shape | elongated | elongated |
| Face length(in) | 16.5 | 16.5 |
| Face width(in) | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| Handle length(in) | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Grip circumference(in) | 4.25 | 4.125 |
| Surface | Raw T700 carbon | Evergrit long-lasting grit |
| Core material | Thermoformed polypropylene with foam walls | Floating EPP foam core with EVA perimeter foam ring |
Ronbus R4 Pulsar verdict
Ronbus swings for pace with a 14 mm foam-walled build. Power 88 and pop 86 at $160 is the best price-to-punch ratio in the database this year.
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm verdict
The V-Sol Tour Elongated combines a floating EPP/EVA foam core with Evergrit at $109.99. The comparison video frames it as the more offense-focused choice against Spitfire. All Paddle DNA scores are editorial estimates, not our laboratory measurements.
The verdict
Comparable swing and twist measurements are not verified for both paddles. DNA scores are estimates, not laboratory results; compare construction, fit and price rather than a numerical inertia winner.
Which one is right for your level?
Each call below re-weights the Paddle DNA traits that matter at that level, so the winner can differ from the overall pick.
Which one should you buy?
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
Players considering an offense-focused foam paddle around $110
Read the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm review →Where to Buy
Ronbus R4 Pulsar
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm vs Ronbus R4 Pulsar FAQ
- Can these swing and twist weights be compared?
- Not yet. One paddle lacks verified compatible catalog inertia. Retailer-scale readings are shown separately and excluded from numerical comparisons.
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