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Quick verdict
Main split: Soft feel-leaning (Avatar Ultimate Pro Kora) vs Pop-leaning (Ruby Pro).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want softer feel, start with Avatar Ultimate Pro Kora (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with Ruby Pro (thinner core).
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Avatar Ultimate Pro Kora (face material or texture).
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Key differences
- Thickness: Ruby Pro is thinner by 2mm (14 mm vs 16 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Length: Avatar Ultimate Pro Kora is longer by 5mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 16.3 in (414 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Core material: 12mm Honeycomb Polypropylene vs SYCORE™ All-Foam Solid Core (no honeycomb)
- Face material: Diamond Tough Aramid Fiber Flextech 45 Degrees vs Carbon Fiber
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
These paddles differ in price, thickness, dimensions and materials.
Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
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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