Comparison · Tennis rackets
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 (v10) vs Yonex PERCEPT 97 (2023/2024)
Torn between the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 (v10) and the Yonex PERCEPT 97 (2023/2024)? Here is a clear, spec-by-spec comparison, with the differences that actually matter and our verdict.
Blade 98 18x20 (v10)PERCEPT 97 (2023/2024)
Head size98 in²97 in²
Weight (unstrung)305 g310 g
Balance320 mm310 mm
String pattern18x2016x19
LevelAdvancedAdvanced
Power5/105/10
Spin6/105/10
Control10/1010/10
Comfort7/108/10
The key differences
- The Blade 98 18x20 (v10) has a larger head (98 in²), which is more forgiving on off-centre hits.
The verdict
Close profiles: the PERCEPT 97 (2023/2024) is the more accessible one to improve with, while the Blade 98 18x20 (v10) suits a higher level.
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