Prince TT Warrior mp & Babolat AeroPro Drive: how similar are they?

[CollegeBound]

It's just been pointed out to me that the TT Warrior mp and the Babolat AeroPro Drive standard length are almost identical in their specifications. The only differences appear to be very minor ones;the Warrior is 97sq inches and the AeroPro is 100 sq inches, the Warrior has a swingweight of 325 and the AeroPro a swingweight of 324, the Warrior is 16x20 and the AeroPro is 16x19. Apart from that they are the same length, weight and stiffness.

As they are so similar do they place alike and how do they match up to one another? I loved the AeroPro when I hit with it and was pretty well resigned to that being my new racquet but the cost is a slight deterent (about $300 here in Australia, even if shipped in from Tennis Warehouse). The Warrior is significantly cheaper and if the performance is as close as the specs then Im sure Id be perfectly happy with the Prince.

I've been able to find threads devoted to one or the other racquet but none where people comment on the two in comparison. If anyone could do that it'd be greatly appreciated.

 

[vkartikv]

It depends on your style of play. If you are someone who spends a lot of time, the warrior is definitely a great choice, regadless of what other racquet you are comparing it to (except the ps 6.0). The warrior is a very good racquet for its price but didn't do it for me from the baseline. Ever since I switched my style of play to s&v, I have noticed that its great for chipping and charging but I would prefer something heavier like a ps tour 90 for net play.

Bottomline - if you are a baseliner with enough money in the bank, you should probably go for the aerorpro drive. Also, it doesnt really matter what (players) racquet you use if your technique is right.

 

[CollegeBound]

Im more of an aging all-court player in singles but its mostly doubles for me now. I played a few sets with the AeroPro and thought it was fantastic as a serve-volley racquet as well as giving me more than enough on returns. Was really surprised it was so good at the net and serve. Also managed to get some excellent spin for my angled returns and lobs. It was also really easy to move at the net and Ive heard that the Warrior is a bit slower.

Just was curious what people thought of the two in comparison

 

[michael2kul4u]

It's just been pointed out to me that the TT Warrior mp and the Babolat AeroPro Drive standard length are almost identical in their specifications. The only differences appear to be very minor ones;the Warrior is 97sq inches and the AeroPro is 100 sq inches, the Warrior has a swingweight of 325 and the AeroPro a swingweight of 324, the Warrior is 16x20 and the AeroPro is 16x19. Apart from that they are the same length, weight and stiffness.

As they are so similar do they place alike and how do they match up to one another? I loved the AeroPro when I hit with it and was pretty well resigned to that being my new racquet but the cost is a slight deterent (about $300 here in Australia, even if shipped in from Tennis Warehouse). The Warrior is significantly cheaper and if the performance is as close as the specs then Im sure Id be perfectly happy with the Prince.

I've been able to find threads devoted to one or the other racquet but none where people comment on the two in comparison. If anyone could do that it'd be greatly appreciated.

it might be similar, but they can play totally different

 

[CollegeBound]

it might be similar, but they can play totally different

Thanks, I was hoping if someone thought that they might be able to elaborate.

 

[AndrewD]

It's interesting that you point out the similarity in specs between the AeroPro and the Warrior because if you compare the Diablo XP and More Control DB you're looking at relatively similar stats. Yes, slight differences in flex and length but, especially with the XP, very similar.

All that being said, I had a good hit with the AeroPro on the weekend and was really impressed with it. Just seemed to be an excellent all-around racquet that would be ideal for doubles. Tennis Magazine suggested that it was a bit harsh off-centre but I thought it was a pretty easy stick to find the sweetspot on. I know it has a reputation as a baseliner's racquet but it seemed like it would be great for doubles as well - lots of spin so you can create angles, very manoueverable and good control (really surprised on that one).

Comparing it to the Warrior, I just thought the Prince was a bit more sluggish and felt like it had a higher swingweight than the APD. Also got the feeling that in the APD you'll get a better balance between playability at the net and at the baseline. Probably be a bonus if you're a player who would like to add a bit more spin to his strokes (im definately in that boat) as it seemed to be easier to apply spin but not so light that you have no penetration on your shots.