An upper-intermediate player moved from a 3U Axforce 100, which felt strong and fast, to a 3U Astrox 99 Pro (3rd gen). After six months their smashes are weaker, defence is worse and drives near the net are a struggle, though they want to keep at it.
“I managed to snag the 99 Pro 3U 3rd generation for half its original price, but after six months of use, I’ve noticed my smashes have gotten weaker, my defence is worse”