11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 vs Friday Pickleball Aura Pro
Friday Pickleball
Aura Pro
$169
7.5–7.8 oz · 16mm core · Elongated
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Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 vs Friday Pickleball Aura Pro across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleReach vs. maneuverability
Friday Pickleball Aura Pro trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is easier to whip around in hand fights. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 carries more plow-through on drives, while Friday Pickleball Aura Pro is easier on the arm and quicker at the kitchen.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 | Friday Pickleball Aura Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.5–7.8 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Thermoformed full foam microcellular core with EVA border | EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter |
| Face material | CFC (carbon/fiberglass/carbon) with HexGrit peel-ply | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.75" | 5.5" |
| Price | $209.99 | $169 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro at 7.5–7.8 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Friday Pickleball Aura Pro is 0.4 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Length and width. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 measures 16.25" × 7.75"; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro measures 16.5" × 7.5" (hybrid vs elongated). The Friday Pickleball Aura Pro is 0.25" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 has a 5.75" handle; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro has a 5.5" handle, so the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 handle is 0.25" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 lists its face as CFC; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 lists its core as Thermoformed full foam microcellular core with EVA border; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro lists EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Playing style: power, spin
Friday Pickleball Aura Pro
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a quick, hands-first style. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 if…
- you swing through the ball and want plow-through on drives
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
Pick the Friday Pickleball Aura Pro if…
- you want quicker hands in fast kitchen exchanges
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
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