Engage X2 Elongated vs Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm
Franklin
Ben Johns Signature 13mm
$56.36
7.5–8 oz · 13mm core · Elongated
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Engage X2 Elongated vs Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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The Engage X2 Elongated's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm's 13mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Engage X2 Elongated | Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.5–8 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 13mm |
| Core material | High-density foam core | Polypropylene |
| Face material | Carbon fiber | Fiberglass with MaxGrit |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.6" |
| Price | $207.99 | $56.36 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Engage X2 Elongated is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm at 7.5–8 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm is 0.4 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Engage X2 Elongated has a 16mm core; Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm has a 13mm core, so the Engage X2 Elongated core is 3mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Engage X2 Elongated measures 16.5" × 7.38"; Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm measures 16.5" × 7.5". Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Engage X2 Elongated has a 5.5" handle; Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm has a 5.6" handle, so the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm handle is 0.1" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Engage X2 Elongated lists its face as Carbon fiber; Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm lists Fiberglass with MaxGrit. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Engage X2 Elongated lists its core as High-density foam core; Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm lists Polypropylene. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Engage X2 Elongated
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. 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, spin
Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Playing style: power
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Engage X2 Elongated if…
- you swing through the ball and want plow-through on drives
- you prize control on resets and dinks
Pick the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm if…
- you want quicker hands in fast kitchen exchanges
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
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