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Quick verdict

Main split: Soft feel-leaning (Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title) vs Pop-leaning (Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm)).

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Decision shortcuts

If you want softer feel, start with Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title (thicker core).

If you want pop-leaning response, start with Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) (thinner core).

If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) (face material or texture).

Best-for highlights

Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm)
Pop-leaningSpin-friendly
Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title
Soft feel-leaning

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) is cheaper by USD 30.01 (USD 249.99 vs USD 280.00)
  • Thickness: Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) is thinner by 2.3mm (12.7 mm vs 15 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
  • Length: Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) is longer by 6mm (16 in (406 mm) vs 15.7 in (400 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title is wider by 7mm (8.3 in (210 mm) vs 8 in (203 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
Tradeoffs

Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.

Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
Price$250
Weight7.7 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
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Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title – 15mm
Price$280
Weight7.7 oz
Thickness15 mm
CoreHigh-Density Performance Foam Blend

These paddles differ in price, thickness and dimensions.

Price:$250 – $280
Thickness:12.7mm – 15mm
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Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change

Pricing

Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.

Minimum priceDifferent
$30 range
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
USD 249.99
Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title – 15mm
USD 280.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$30 range
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
USD 249.99
Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title – 15mm
USD 280.00

Thickness

ThicknessDifferent
2.3mm range
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
12.7 mm
Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title – 15mm
15 mm

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
16 in (406 mm)
Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title – 15mm
15.7 in (400 mm)
WidthDifferent
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
8 in (203 mm)
Project Peacock Wide Body 15MM - Default Title – 15mm
8.3 in (210 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