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Quick verdict

Main split: Value-leaning (Bantam TS-5) vs Spin-friendly (Trae Young Signature Tempest Wave Pro-C).

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Decision shortcuts

If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Trae Young Signature Tempest Wave Pro-C (face material or texture).

If you want value, start with Bantam TS-5 (lower listed price).

Best-for highlights

Bantam TS-5
Value-leaning
Trae Young Signature Tempest Wave Pro-C
Spin-friendly

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Bantam TS-5 is cheaper by USD 60.00 (USD 89.99 vs USD 149.99)
  • Weight: Bantam TS-5 is lighter by 7g (7.3 oz (206 g) vs 7.5 oz (213 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
Bantam TS-5 – 12.7mm
Price$90
Weight7.3 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
CorePolyCore
Trae Young Signature Tempest Wave Pro-C – 12.7mm
Price$150
Weight7.5 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
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These paddles differ in price and weight.

Price:$90 – $150
Weight:7.3 – 7.5 oz
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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
$60 range
Bantam TS-5 – 12.7mm
USD 89.99
Trae Young Signature Tempest Wave Pro-C – 12.7mm
USD 149.99
Maximum priceDifferent
$60 range
Bantam TS-5 – 12.7mm
USD 89.99
Trae Young Signature Tempest Wave Pro-C – 12.7mm
USD 149.99

Weight

WeightDifferent
0.2 oz range
Bantam TS-5 – 12.7mm
7.3 oz (206 g)
Trae Young Signature Tempest Wave Pro-C – 12.7mm
7.5 oz (213 g)
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