TennistoryWilson Blade 104 V10 vs Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9
Wilson Blade 104 V10
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9
What the numbers mean
The Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 is 15 g heavier unstrung, so it is more stable but asks more of your swing.
The Wilson Blade 104 V10 has 6 sq in more head, which forgives off-centre hits; the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 favours precision.
The Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 is about 1.1 points more head-light, so it whips through faster at the net.
The Wilson Blade 104 V10's 16x19 pattern is more open for easier spin; the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9's 18x20 is denser for a flatter, more controlled ball and longer string life.
Power: the Wilson Blade 104 V10 rates 23 points higher.
Control: the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 rates 25 points higher.
Sweet spot: the Wilson Blade 104 V10 rates 30 points higher.
Which one: pick the Wilson Blade 104 V10 if sweet spot matters most, the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 if you value control.
Side by side
| Wilson Blade 104 V10 | Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Head size (sq in) | 104 | 98 |
| Weight (g, unstrung) | 290 | 305 |
| Balance (mm) | 330 | 320 |
| Points head-light | 6.1 | 7.2 |
| String pattern | 16x19 | 18x20 |
| Length (in) | 27.5 | 27 |
| Stiffness (RA) | — | — |
| Power | 68 | 45 |
| Control | 72 | 97 |
| Spin | 70 | 66 |
| Sweet spot | 72 | 42 |
| Comfort | 60 | 58 |
| Status | Current | Current |
Ratings are Tennistory editorial scores (0–100); specs are unstrung.
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