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Side-by-side comparison using independent TWU lab measurements

ℹ️ Different head sizes (98 vs 97 sq in) — this affects power and forgiveness independently of the other specs.

Aggregated spec scores

EZONE 98 (2025)Pro Staff 97 v14
3.7Sweet Spot Forgiveness2.8
4.1Net & Volley Handling2.5
7.5Spin Potential7.8
6.2Arm Safety & Comfort5.0
5.3Raw Power6.4

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

Yonex EZONE 98 (2025)
Wilson Pro Staff 97 v14
Head size
98 sq in
97 sq in
Weight
323g
332g
RA stiffness
63 (Flexible)
66 (Medium)
Swingweight
320 kg·cm²
332 kg·cm²
String pattern
16x19
16x19
Best for
all-court
all-court
Price tier
mid
premium

Lab data comparison

Measurements from Tennis Warehouse University (TWU)

RA Stiffness — lower = more flex & comfort

EZONE 98 (2025)
63
Pro Staff 97 v14
66

Weight — higher = more stability

EZONE 98 (2025)
323g
Pro Staff 97 v14
332g

Swingweight — higher = more plow-through momentum

EZONE 98 (2025)
320 kg·cm²
Pro Staff 97 v14
332 kg·cm²

Head Size — larger = more forgiving

EZONE 98 (2025)
98 sq in
Pro Staff 97 v14
97 sq in

Choose the EZONE 98 (2025) if…

All-court players, intermediate to advanced

Flexible — arm-friendly (RA 63)

Choose the Pro Staff 97 v14 if…

Control-first players, flat hitters, serve-and-volley

Medium — balanced (RA 66)

🎵 String strategy for each frame

These are different rackets — they deserve different string setups.

EZONE 98 (2025)

Balanced stiffness (RA 63). 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.

Pro Staff 97 v14

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 Pro Staff 97 v14 (SW 332), add 9g of lead tape at the 12 o'clock position on the EZONE 98 (2025). This raises its swingweight from 320 to approximately 332 kg·cm².

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