Prince Quartz V2 vs Siux Electra ST5 Pro Shadow Red 2026 Franco Stupaczuk

“The Prince Quartz V2 is a head-heavy power weapon that rewards aggressive baseliners who want to punish short balls and generate pace from the back of the court. The teardrop shape combined with the head-heavy balance delivers solid smash punch but makes net volleys and quick reaction shots feel slightly labored, and the stiffer frame can transmit vibration on mishits over a long session. Intermediate-to-advanced players transitioning from recreational to competitive play who prioritize offensive hitting over finesse will find it a capable if unspectacular choice, though at its price point some competitors offer a more refined overall package.”

“Franco Stupaczuk's Shadow Red ST5 is built to attack: power 90 with control 78 is a proper first-strike profile, and the confirmed even balance at 365 g explains why it feels quicker between shots than its hitting power implies. Blocks and counters stay manageable, then the same frame turns a short lob into a finished point. The firm side is unavoidable: comfort 67 and tolerance 66 mean mishits are felt and punished. Beyond balance and weight, full spec for this colourway is unconfirmed, so try before you buy. For aggressive all-court players it is a convincing signature frame.”

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