Solinco Blackout V1 vs Wilson Ultra 100UL V5
Specs, character and prices of both rackets side by side. The main differences are summed up below.
Specs
Weight
265 g
260 g
Head· Same
100 in²
100 in²
Stiffness
—
65 RA
Strings· Same
16×19
16×19
Length· Same
27 in
27 in
Balance
335 mm
330 mm
Level
Beginner / Intermediate
Beginner / Intermediate
Price
9,290.85 TL
16,299.9 TL
Key differences
- The Wilson Ultra 100UL V5 is 5 g lighter. It is easier to swing and tires the arm less; the Solinco Blackout V1 puts more mass behind the ball and feels more stable.
- The Wilson Ultra 100UL V5 balances 5 mm closer to the handle: more head light and quicker at the net and on defence.
- In Turkish shops the Solinco Blackout V1 is cheaper: 9,290.85 TL against 16,299.9 TL.
Frequently asked questions
- Which one is lighter?
- Unstrung, the Wilson Ultra 100UL V5 weighs 260 g and the Solinco Blackout V1 265 g.
- Which one is cheaper?
- In Turkish shops the Solinco Blackout V1 sells for 9,290.85 TL and the Wilson Ultra 100UL V5 for 16,299.9 TL. Prices belong to the shops and may change.
- Which level does each one suit?
- Solinco Blackout V1: Beginner, Intermediate. Wilson Ultra 100UL V5: Beginner, Intermediate.

