Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 vs Babolat Stima Vita
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Measurements compared
| Metric | Babolat | Babolat |
|---|---|---|
| Swingweight | 169 | 168.5 |
| Balance (cm) | 27 | 26.5 |
| Twistweight | 19.5 | 18.1 |
| Face stiffness | 67 | 65 |
| Frame stiffness | 86 | 85 |
| Shape | Round | Round |
| Foam | Black EVA | EVA |
How they compare
- Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 carries the higher swingweight, so it feels more solid and stable through the swing while the other is easier to manoeuvre.
- Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 has the higher twistweight, so it is the more forgiving on off-centre hits.
- Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 sits more head-heavy for added power; the other is more handle-friendly for control.
- Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 is the stiffer, more direct of the two.
Which to choose
Choose the Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 for more stability and more forgiveness.
Choose the Babolat Stima Vita for a lighter, more manoeuvrable feel and more control.
Data & method
Full per-source measurements are on the pages for Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 and Babolat Stima Vita. The score is a heuristic comparison, not an authoritative ranking. See the Method.