Wilson’s Burn 100 and Ultra 100 are good options for intermediate tennis players who are looking for a racket that offers good power and spin.
In this article, I will look at the specs of these two rackets to see how they compare to each other.
Burn 100 vs Ultra 100 – Rackets Specs Comparison
Main Differences: The Burn 100 has a slightly higher swing weight (320 vs 317), a higher frame stiffness rating (72 vs 70), and a thinner beam width (23.5mm vs 24mm / 26.5mm / 25mm).
Similarities: Both rackets have the same head size (100in), racket length (27in), balance (4 pts HL), and string pattern (16 x 19).
| Specs: | Burn 100 | Ultra 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Version: | V5 | V4 |
| Design: |  |  |
| Head Size: | 100in | 100in |
| Length: | 27in | 27in |
| Strung Weight: | 318g (11.2oz) | 318g (11.2oz) |
| Unstrung Weight: | 300g (10.6oz) | 300g (10.6oz) |
| Swing weight: | 320 | 317 |
| Strung Balance: | 4 pts HL | 4 pts HL |
| Stiffness Rating: | 72 | 70 |
| Power: | Low-Medium | Low-Medium |
| Player Level: | Intermediate-Advanced | Intermediate-Advanced |
| Beam Width: | 23.5mm | 24mm / 26.5mm / 25mm |
| Colors: | Orange | Blue |
| String Pattern: | 16 x 19 | 16 x 19 |
| Main Skips: | 7T, 9T, 7H, 9H | 8T,8H |
| Grip Type: | Wilson Pro Performance | Wilson Pro Performance |
Head to Head
The Burn 100 is the better option in terms of control and spin, with the Ultra 100 being the better option in terms of power and arm friendliness.
NB: These rackets have very similar specs, so the differences in terms of power, control, spin, and arm friendliness will be very small.
| H2H | Burn 100 | Ultra 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | – |  |
| Control |  | – |
| Spin | | – |
| Arm Friendliness | – | |
Player Recommendations
Both rackets are best used by intermediate to advanced players as they are relatively heavy rackets that would not be suited to beginners.
However, some advanced players may not like the level of control you get with these rackets as they are more focused on power and spin.
| Player Level | Burn 100 | Ultra 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner |  | |
| Intermediate |  | |
| Advanced | | |
Pro Player Endorsements
The Burn 100 is endorsed by Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, while the Ultra 100 is endorsed by Victoria Azarenka, Borna Coric, Kristina Mladenovic, Maria Sakkari, and Ajla Tomljanovic.
Where can you buy these tennis rackets?
The rackets are for sale in most good online tennis shops and on the official Wilson website.