What's the difference between the Yonex VCORE 98 V7 and 2022 EZONE 98? | Rackets & Runners

Today we do a head to head comparison of the two flagship Yonex 98s.

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[climbingaz]

I’m 50, my son is 15. We both demo’d over a dozen rackets. I settled on the Ezone 98. My son went with the Vcore 98. We’re both very happy with our selections. I have a more traditional, old school game. My son hits with more spin. Seems to jive with this review. Nice video!

[macbook]

Awesome review and nailed the Vcore 98. I have been using Vcore 98 2023 for 4 months, and this review helps me even understand more about this racquet. Nice job, Luca

[gholland]

Very quickly, I think you are one of the better reviewers out there - you clearly explain yourself and get straight to the point. And I can tell from your play footage that you can sling the ball around. Many racquet reviewers can't play very well, which I think is problematic when trying to convey racquet characteristics. In any event, I DO think you should make mention of other common strokes like serves, volleys, slice, etc., even if briefly. That would level-up your already no-nonsense reviews.

[LiamApilado]

So right that racket head shape is a spec not often talked about

[Lucian]

I have both. Based on my sensations, I agree with everything you said except that I felt VCore performs better with the flat shots. I can almost generate more spin with the Ezone for some reason. I can also generate more pace with the VCore and feels more satisfying when hitting with the sweet spot. I agree also with the better stability especially with hard hitting opponents.
That said, it doesn't forgive lazy or incomplete swings and it will get wild.
Ezone is pretty much good at everyhing...the only negative aspect is the control when playing a hard hitting opponent. It's a lot sensitive and I tend to hit long more often

[nrg]

I have the ezone and 100% agree with the characteristics you mentioned. I'm actually looking for more stability and a challenge so the vcore sounds super fun to try. Great review.

[mindango]

I honestly think you give some of the clearest and most nuanced reviews anywhere. You explained the differences perfectly.

Do you feel these characteristics carry over to the 100in versions of both these racquets?

[DonSyndrome]

I've been playing with Wilson Prostaff RFs the past 15 years, and I demoed the VCore 100 yesterday, and the power and spin felt God-like -- certainly alot more spin than the RFs. It was so much easier to whip the head around to generate the spin I always wanted. Felt like I could easily get the head around to hitting cross-courts or down-the-line. I'm going to demo it again, and if it feels the same, I'm probably going to switch. Your review completely aligned with what I felt and explained it.

[MithTang]

Finally managed to get myself a new account accessible and first thought I come back here to say THANK YOU LUCA!
This video helped me so much by guiding me feel and figure out the purposes of the designs through out my demo sessions. No kidding people, this man does the BEST hammering the point in racquet comparision. (Well, the best I've ever watched if I have to be careful with my language)
I'm now perfectly happy hitting with my vcore. Plus, shout out to all VCORE People, try Solinco Confidential! Try it in your sticks if you haven't done so!

[alandobson]

Hello, Fantastic review. Love watching your videos. I've been playing with the Ezone 100 for quite some time now and really like its ease of use and power (sometimes a bit too much power). Looking to change rackets to get a bit more feel and comfort as find the Ezone 100 can be a little muted with not alot of feel. Not that the 100 is uncomfortable but perhaps something slightly easier n the arm would be nice. Maybe a bit more flex? Will changing to the Ezone 98 be a good choice? I would say I'm an intermediate with a good all round game (don't think i excel in any one area but would like to get a bit more topspin more regularly). Should i consider the Vcore 100 also? Thanks

[lartisan]

i hope the next ezone, change design, more " blue sky night " like the 2020. Vcore new color, is better too with the mix of black, blue

[Karim-bdvb]

Best tennis videos ever ! I prefer the maniability of the Ezone 98 but i prefer the higher launch angle and spin of the vcore 98. Vcore 98 is a bit too hard to swing for my shoulder. I used both with polytour pro at tension 51 pounds. Do you think it s possible to get the same launch angle of the vcore with the ezone if i use a spin string hyper g with lower tension at 44 pounds ? Thanks a lot

[kylejeffery]

I'm having a properly hard time choosing between these 2 and the Aero 100.

Ezone definitely has that killer flat ball in it and isn't as hard to work. But if you commit to ripping the VCore with spin its so, so good. The Aero is nowhere near them for feel but man it is so fast and manoeuvrable for a 100. Its kinda nice to have that extra real estate sometimes too.

Still no idea which way I'll go!

[Gamertaaag]

Just add lead to the Ezone98 then there you have it. Easy playability with world class stability :D
Tuned mine with 9 grams of lead and playing with a hybrid setup of Solinco Tour Bite in the Mains and Poly Tour Pro in the crosses. This thing is a monster in every aspect and the best racket I've ever played.
The Ezone is just a crazy good platform racket for some customization

[testtestph]

Lets go! ❤ Maybe compare the 100’s too including the vcore pro 100 aince some players hate the mushy vcore and ezones.

[Nessaj]

Really nice content! Like mentioned in other comments, would love a Ezone 100 vs Vcore 100 comparison like this 🔥🔥

[macbook]

One additional thought about the vcore98 is that because the string pattern is gradually becoming more open towards the tip, you will have different feeling where the ball landing on the string bed. You will feel firm and more control in the middle and blow, and more picketing, power and spin when the ball landed higher on the string bed.

[akbarberlian]

Great explanation. New to tennis, I think Vcore 100 is a good compromise. sweet spot feel is amazing, though located bit upper on the frame. Not the biggest tho (ezone 98 is still tad bigger!)

[LeonardoRembischewski]

Amazing video again. Thanks Luca! What about the Tour version?

[sully]

Thanks for the great video! I’m an upper intermediate player getting arm pain from the Pure Aero 100. I’m looking at these for better comfort and control, but still want to get spin and power like the Aero. The VCore sounds ideal but would you only recommend for advanced players?