EZONE 98L 8th generation
A lighter EZONE with the smaller 98 sq in head.
£215.99Tennisnuts · unstrung · checked 2026-10-06Trade-off: Lighter doesn’t mean easier to hit cleanly. If you want a bigger target, try the 100L.
Babolat Pure Strike Team Gen4
285 g and 100 sq in: a current Pure Strike option to compare if you want more predictable placement on committed swings.
Editorial verdict
Is it worth demoing?
Best for
Demo the Pure Strike Team if you want more predictable placement on committed swings. Keep the strings and grip setup close to your current racket so you are comparing the frame, not a completely different setup.
Think twice if
The lower static weight can make preparation easier, but test stability against pace and blocked returns before assuming lighter is better.
What the specifications establish
Facts and their source states. They do not predict exactly how this racket will feel to you.
Manufacturer-published model or range specifications reviewed on 7 October 2026. UK retailer price, delivery and live grip-size stock are separate checks.
UK buying options
Frame quotes are dated observations. Add strings, labour and delivery where required.
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No recent UK offers recorded for this exact model.
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Alternatives worth demoing
Editorial shortlist based on published frame class and weight; compare on court.
PERCEPT 97L 01PE97L
A 290 g, 97 sq in option to compare placement on full swings. This assessment uses published specifications, not a play-test.
No recent UK quote recorded.
Trade-off: The 97 sq in head and 290 g frame make this a demanding comparison: watch preparation and off-centre contact.
PERCEPT 100 01PE100
A 300 g, 100 sq in option to compare placement on full swings. This assessment uses published specifications, not a play-test.
No recent UK quote recorded.
Trade-off: Check depth and directional control with your normal swing. Published weight and head size cannot predict your own result.
Strings and ownership
Use the manufacturer range above where it is published. Agree the material, thickness and starting tension with your stringer; there is no universal setup for this frame.
Start with your string problem →Buying used
Check bumper, hoop, throat, grommets and grip. Structural doubt overrides a cosmetic grade. Include replacement parts and a restring in the total.
Check a used listing →Sources and methodology
Exact model reference ↗ · source checked 2026-10-07