Comparison · Tennis rackets
Wilson Defyer 100 V1 vs Wilson Shift 99 (2024)
Torn between the Wilson Defyer 100 V1 and the Wilson Shift 99 (2024)? Here is a clear, spec-by-spec comparison, with the differences that actually matter and our verdict.
Defyer 100 V1Shift 99 (2024)
Head size100 in²99 in²
Weight (unstrung)300 g295 g
Balance320 mm315 mm
String pattern16x1916x20
LevelIntermediateIntermediate to advanced
Power7/107/10
Spin9/108/10
Control7/108/10
Comfort8/107/10
The key differences
- The Defyer 100 V1 has a larger head (100 in²), which is more forgiving on off-centre hits.
The verdict
Close profiles: the Defyer 100 V1 is the more accessible one to improve with, while the Shift 99 (2024) suits a higher level.
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