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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Pro - Aero S [Square]) vs Soft feel-leaning (Pro - Aero S [Square]).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Pro - Aero S [Square] (lighter weight).
If you want softer feel, start with Pro - Aero S [Square] (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with Arma S Metallic (thinner core).
Best-for highlights
Pro - Aero S [Square]
Fast hands-leaningSoft feel-leaningSpin-friendly
Arma S Metallic
Pop-leaning
Key differences
- Weight: Pro - Aero S [Square] is lighter by 114g (4 oz (113 g) vs 8 oz (227 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Thickness: Arma S Metallic is thinner by 2mm (14 mm vs 16 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Length: Arma S Metallic is longer by 7mm (16 in (406 mm) vs 15.7 in (399 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
Pro - Aero S [Square] – 16mm
Price$302
Weight4 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreUnibody Edgecraft Foam Injected Polypropylene Dynamic Weight Tech : Featuring strategically placed internal weights
Arma S Metallic – 14mm
Price$302
Weight8 oz
Thickness14 mm
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These paddles differ in weight, thickness and dimensions.
Weight:4 – 8 oz
Thickness:14mm – 16mm
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Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
Weight
WeightDifferent
4 oz rangePro - Aero S [Square] – 16mm
4 oz (113 g)
Arma S Metallic – 14mm
8 oz (227 g)
Thickness
ThicknessDifferent
2mm rangePro - Aero S [Square] – 16mm
16 mm
Arma S Metallic – 14mm
14 mm
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
Pro - Aero S [Square] – 16mm
15.7 in (399 mm)
Arma S Metallic – 14mm
16 in (406 mm)
WidthDifferent
Pro - Aero S [Square] – 16mm
8 in (202 mm)
Arma S Metallic – 14mm
8 in (203 mm)
How we detect differences
We highlight specs as "different" when they exceed these thresholds:
- Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
- Thickness: 1mm or more difference
- Price: $20 or more difference
- Materials: Any difference in core or face material