The Yonex Astrox 88d and 88s (pro versions) are two of the most popular badminton rackets sold by Yonex with the 88d pro being endorsed by Kunlavut Vididsarn, Lucas Mazur, Kim So Yeong, Kong Hee Yong, Marcus Fernaldi Gideon, and Soh Wooi Yik and the 88s pro being endorsed by Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo, Wang Yi Lyu, and Delphine Delrue.
In this article, I will be looking at the racket specs of both rackets to see how they compare to each other.
Yonex Astrox 88d Pro vs 88s Pro – Racket Specs Comparison
Both the 88d and 88s badminton rackets are stiff head heavy frames that are best suited to advanced players with an attacking playing style.
| Racket Specs | 88d | 88s |
|---|---|---|
| Brand: | Yonex | Yonex |
| Series: | Astrox | Astrox |
| Year Released: | 2021 | 2021 |
| Design: |  |  |
| Racket Flex: | Stiff | Stiff |
| Frame Shape: | Isometric | Isometric |
| Frame Material: | HM Graphite / VOLUME CUT RESIN / Tungsten | HM Graphite / VOLUME CUT RESIN / Tungsten |
| T-Joint Type: | Built-in T-Joint | Built-in T-Joint |
| Shaft Material: | HM Graphite / Namd | HM Graphite / Namd |
| Weights: | 4U (83g Avg) and 3U (88g Avg) | 4U (83g Avg) and 3U (88g Avg) |
| Grips: | 4U (G5, G6) / 3U: (G4, G5, G6) | 4U (G5, G6) / 3U: (G4, G5, G6) |
| Racket Length: | 67.5 cm | 67.0 cm |
| Balance: | Head Heavy | Head Heavy |
| Playing Style: | Offensive | Offensive |
| Recommended Level: | Advanced | Advanced |
| Recommended Tenison: | 4U (20-28 lbs) / 3U (21-29 lbs) | 4U (20-28 lbs) / 3U (21-29 lbs) |
| Color: | Camel Gold | Emerald Blue |