Similar to the Wilson Clash Rackets, the Head Boom MP and the Head Boom Pro tennis rackets are mainly aimed at recreational players as both rackets offer easy access to power and spin.
Head launched the Boom MP and Boom Pro in early 2022 with the aim of filling a gap they saw in the market for a racket range that offered easy power and spin so that recreational players could hit their balls with confidence.
The lighter of the two rackets, the Boom MP is endorsed by Coco Gauff while the Boom Pro is endorsed by Lorenzo Musetti.
Head Boom MP vs Pro – Racket Specs Comparison
For this comparison, I will be using the 2022 Version of both the Head Boom MP and Boom Pro.
Racket Specs
Main Differences: The Boom MP has a larger head size (100in vs 98in), a lower strung weight (315g vs 329g), a less head light balance (5pts HL vs 6 pts HL), a lower swing weight (318 vs 325), a slightly lower frame stiffness rating (64 vs 66), and a thicker beam width (23.5 mm / 24.5 mm / 23.5 mm vs 22.5 mm / 22.5 mm / 22.0 mm).
Similarities: Both rackets have the same racket length (27in) and string pattern (16×19).
| Specs: | Boom MP | Boom Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Version: | 2022 (Version 1) | 2022 (Version 1) |
| Design: |  | |
| Head Size: | 100in | 98in |
| Length: | 27in | 27in |
| Strung Weight: | 315g (11.1oz) | 329g (11.6oz) |
| Swingweight: | 318 | 325 |
| Balance: | 5 pts HL | 6 pts HL |
| Frame Stiffness: | 64 | 66 |
| Beam Width: | 23.5mm / 24.5mm / 23.5mm | 22.5mm / 22.5mm / 22mm |
| Control Power Index (CPI) | 600 | 400 |
| Composition: | Graphite | Graphite |
| Colors: | Black and Coral | Black and Coral |
| String Pattern: | 16 x 19 | 16 x 19 |
| String Tension Range: | 21-26kg / 48-58lb | 21-26kg / 48-58lb |
| Price: | Check Price on Amazon | Check Price on Amazon |
See below for a short short video summarizing the specs of both rackets.
Head Size and Length
The Boom MP has a slightly bigger head size (100in) than the Boom Pro (98in). Both rackets have a length of 27 inches which is the standard length for most adult rackets.
Strung Weight and Swing Weight
As you would expect the Boom Pro is the heavier of the two rackets coming in at approximately 329g strung.
This seems to be the sweet spot in terms of the strung weight for a lot of rackets aimed at intermediate to advanced male players e.g. Clash 98.
The Boom MP has a lighter frame at 315g strung so it is probably a better option for female tennis players.
In terms of swing weight, again, the Boom Pro has a slightly higher swing weight (325g) when compared with the Boom MP (318g).
Balance
Both rackets have a head light (or “HL”) balance with the Boom Pro being slightly more HL (6 pts HL) than the Boom MP (5 pts HL).
Stiffness Rating
Although the stiffness rating of the Boom tennis rackets is higher than arm-friendly rackets like the Wilson Clash range of rackets, they are still relatively arm-friendly rackets as I haven’t heard of anyone having issues so far.
Beam Width
The Boom MP has a thicker beam width so this makes it easier to generate power. However, the thinner beam width on the Boom Pro will mean it is better in terms of control.
Control Power Index (or “CPI”)
CPI or Control Power Index is a metric used by Head to measure the power potential of a tennis racket. The higher the CPI number the more powerful the racket will be.
The Boom MP has a CPI of 600 while the Boom Pro has a CPI of 400 so it will be easier to generate power with the MP.
With a CPI of 600, the Boom MP would be similar to Head’s Gravity S, Speed MP L, and Extreme MP in terms of power
The Boom Pro would be similar to Head’s Prestige MP, Gravity MP, Radical MP, and Extreme Tour which also have a CPI of 400.
String Pattern
Both rackets have a 16 x 19 string pattern, which is good for spin, with the 16 x 19 string pattern being my preferred string pattern as I like the extra topspin I can get on my shots.