TennistoryBabolat Pure Drive 98 (2025) vs Yonex EZONE 98+ (2025)
Babolat Pure Drive 98 (2025)
Yonex EZONE 98+ (2025)
What the numbers mean
Unstrung weight is almost identical.
The Yonex EZONE 98+ (2025) is about 2.0 points more head-light, so it whips through faster at the net.
The Yonex EZONE 98+ (2025)'s 16x19 pattern is more open for easier spin; the Babolat Pure Drive 98 (2025)'s 16x20 is denser for a flatter, more controlled ball and longer string life.
Power: the Babolat Pure Drive 98 (2025) rates 15 points higher.
Control: the Yonex EZONE 98+ (2025) rates 9 points higher.
Which one: pick the Babolat Pure Drive 98 (2025) if power matters most, the Yonex EZONE 98+ (2025) if you value control.
Side by side
| Babolat Pure Drive 98 (2025) | Yonex EZONE 98+ (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Head size (sq in) | 98 | 98 |
| Weight (g, unstrung) | 305 | 305 |
| Balance (mm) | 325 | 325 |
| Points head-light | 5.6 | 7.6 |
| String pattern | 16x20 | 16x19 |
| Length (in) | 27 | 27.5 |
| Stiffness (RA) | — | — |
| Power | 60 | 45 |
| Control | 89 | 98 |
| Spin | 66 | 66 |
| Sweet spot | 42 | 42 |
| Comfort | 58 | 63 |
| Status | Current | Current |
Ratings are Tennistory editorial scores (0–100); specs are unstrung.
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