Comparison · Tennis rackets
Wilson Defyer 98 Pro V1 vs Yonex PERCEPT 100 (2023/2024)
Torn between the Wilson Defyer 98 Pro V1 and the Yonex PERCEPT 100 (2023/2024)? Here is a clear, spec-by-spec comparison, with the differences that actually matter and our verdict.
Defyer 98 Pro V1PERCEPT 100 (2023/2024)
Head size98 in²100 in²
Weight (unstrung)305 g300 g
Balance315 mm320 mm
String pattern16x2016x19
LevelAdvancedIntermediate to advanced
Power5/106/10
Spin8/106/10
Control9/109/10
Comfort8/108/10
The key differences
- The Defyer 98 Pro V1 offers more spin and topspin (8 vs 6).
- The PERCEPT 100 (2023/2024) has a larger head (100 in²), which is more forgiving on off-centre hits.
The verdict
Close profiles: the PERCEPT 100 (2023/2024) is the more accessible one to improve with, while the Defyer 98 Pro V1 suits a higher level.
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