For context, I am a pretty solid intermediate player but had never spent more than $100 on a paddle. I was considering spending $200 to get a higher end paddle when the Vatic Pro was recommended to me by a friend. I can't say an expert player won't see a difference from the high end paddles but for me the control, spin and power I get out of my V-Sol Pro Bloom has had a very clear impact on my game and I don't believe I would have gotten any more out of a $200+ Paddle. No matter how much I improve from here, I don't believe I will ever spend more on a paddle. Only question left is the durability of the paddle, since I've only had it a couple weeks. Well done Vatic!!