The Babolat Pure Aero and Yonex Vcore 100 are solid all-round tennis rackets that will suit a wide range of players from intermediate to advanced levels.
The Pure Aero range of tennis rackets is one of the most well know on the market as it is endorsed by the King of Clay Rafael Nadal as well as other top pros such as Felix Auger-Aliassime, Leylah Fernandez, and Carlos Alcaraz, while the Vcore 100 is currently endorsed by Eugenie Bouchard, Caroline Garcia, and three-time grand slam title winner Angelique Kerber.
Babolat Pure Aero vs Yonex Vcore 100
To see what were the main differences between the Vcore 100 (or “V100”) and Pure Aero (or “PA”), I looked at the racket specs of both frames and summarised the differences below.
Racket Specs Comparison
| Specs | Pure Aero | Vcore 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Version: | 2023 | 2023 |
| Design: |  |  |
| Head Size: | 100in | 100in |
| Length: | 27in | 27in |
| Strung Weight: | 318g (11.2oz) | 320g (11.3oz) |
| Balance: | 4pts HL | 4pts HL |
| Swingweight: | 322 | 322 |
| Frame Stiffness: | 65 | 65 |
| Beam Width: | 23mm / 26mm / 23mm | 25.3mm / 25.3mm / 22mm |
| Composition: | Graphite | HM Graphite |
| Colors: | White, Yellow, and Black | Tango Red |
| String Pattern: | 16 Mains * 19 Crosses | 16 Mains * 19 Crosses |
After completing this comparison I was surprised by just how similar these two rackets were in terms of specs, as both rackets have the exact same head size (100in), length (27in), balance (4pts HL), stiffness rating (65), swing weight (322) and String Pattern (16×19).
Main Differences: The biggest difference between these two tennis rackets is their beam widths with the Vcore 100 having a 25.3mm / 25.3mm / 22mm beam width while the Pure Aero has a 23mm / 26mm / 23mm beam width, which means you will get a little more help in terms of power from the Vcore 100.
The Vcore 100 also has a slightly lower strung weight (11.2oz vs 11.3oz) but the difference is very small.
Below is a short video summarising the specs of the two rackets:
FAQ
Are they good for beginners?
I wouldn’t recommend either racket for beginners as I think they are too heavy for most beginners and are better suited to intermediate or advanced players.
Are they good for one handed backhand Players?
You definitely can make the rackets work with a one handed backhand but I think there are more friendly one handed backhand tennis rackets out there e.g. Wilson Blade 98 or Clash 98.
Which Tennis Racket is more Arm Friendly?
Neither of these tennis rackets would be considered to be particularly arm friendly.
Are they stiff tennis rackets?
Yes, they are both relatively stiff rackets with a frame stiffness rating of 65.
What Tennis Pros endorse them?
The Pure Aero is endorsed by the following tennis pros on the ATP and WTA Tours: Rafael Nadal, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Jennifer Brady, Danielle Collins, Leylah Fernandez, Bethanie Mattek-Sands, and Elise Mertens, while the Vcore 100 is endorsed by Eugenie Bouchard, Caroline Garcia, and Angelique Kerber.
Are they Head Light or Head Heavy?
They are both Head Light Rackets with a balance of 4pts HL when strung.
Which is the better all round racket?
Although both rackets are very similar, I would just give the edge to the Vcore 100 as I felt like you got a little bit more control with this racket.