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Side-by-side comparison using independent TWU lab measurements

ℹ️ Different head sizes (98 vs 100 sq in) — this affects power and forgiveness independently of the other specs.

Aggregated spec scores

EZONE 98 2022Pure Aero 2026
3.7Sweet Spot Forgiveness5.5
4.4Net & Volley Handling4.4
7.4Spin Potential7.5
5.3Arm Safety & Comfort4.7
5.7Raw Power6.4

Scores calculated from TWU RA, weight, head size and string pattern.

Yonex EZONE 98 2022
Babolat Pure Aero 2026
Head size
98 sq in
100 sq in
Weight
323g
318g
RA stiffness
65 (Flexible)
66 (Medium)
Swingweight
318 kg·cm²
320 kg·cm²
String pattern
16x19
16x19
Best for
all-court
spin
Price tier
mid
mid

Lab data comparison

Measurements from Tennis Warehouse University (TWU)

RA Stiffness — lower = more flex & comfort

EZONE 98 2022
65
Pure Aero 2026
66

Weight — higher = more stability

EZONE 98 2022
323g
Pure Aero 2026
318g

Swingweight — higher = more plow-through momentum

EZONE 98 2022
318 kg·cm²
Pure Aero 2026
320 kg·cm²

Head Size — larger = more forgiving

EZONE 98 2022
98 sq in
Pure Aero 2026
100 sq in

Choose the EZONE 98 2022 if…

All-court players, intermediate to advanced

Flexible — arm-friendly (RA 65)

Choose the Pure Aero 2026 if…

Aggressive baseliners, heavy topspin players

Medium — balanced (RA 66)

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🎵 String strategy for each frame

These are different rackets — they deserve different string setups.

EZONE 98 2022

Balanced stiffness (RA 65). A mid-stiffness co-poly like Babolat RPM Team or Wilson Revolve at 52–56 lbs gives a comfortable all-court setup without sacrificing spin or control.

Pure Aero 2026

Balanced stiffness (RA 66). A mid-stiffness co-poly like Babolat RPM Team or Wilson Revolve at 52–56 lbs gives a comfortable all-court setup without sacrificing spin or control.

⚖️ Specs Equalizer

Can I make these specs match?

To match the swingweight of the Pure Aero 2026 (SW 320), add 2g of lead tape at the 12 o'clock position on the EZONE 98 2022. This raises its swingweight from 318 to approximately 321 kg·cm².

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