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The Luzz Inferno 2 just released an hour ago and is one of the most exciting paddles released this year, especially since I have loved the Luzz Inferno 1, Inferno Frozen and Tornazo.
But, is the Luzz Inferno 2’s new grit putting it above the Luzz competition
The answer may surprise you.
In this article, let’s cover the Luzz Inferno 2’s first impressions, the playability comparisons between the Luzz Inferno 2 vs Luzz Inferno vs Inferno Frozen and the Tornazo, the cost considerations and how to use the code bepickleballer to get 15% off each of these paddles, and whether you should purchase the new Luzz Inferno 2.
First Impressions
With the Luzz Inferno 2, the first thing that stood out to me was the grit.
The surface feels ridiculous.
I have tested some very gritty paddles recently, including the 11six24 Vapor Power 2, Honolulu J2CR Crystal Blue, and Chorus Coda with Harmony Grit. Those are some of the first paddles that come to mind when I think of premium spin surfaces.
The Luzz Inferno 2 belongs in that conversation.
When I first felt the face of the paddle, my immediate reaction was that Luzz clearly made spin a major priority. It has that aggressive texture where you can almost tell before hitting a ball that the paddle is going to grab and shape shots well. Please note that the Luzz Inferno 2 is UPA certified, similar to othe gritty paddles above!
The original Luzz Inferno still looks and feels premium. I have liked this paddle for a long time because it gives you a powerful feel without being as wild as some other power paddles.
The Inferno Frozen has a very different look and personality. I still think Luzz nailed the frozen design. The icy look, the “0 degrees” side profile, and the overall presentation make the paddle stand out from a lot of other black carbon fiber paddles.
Finally, the Tornazo feels the most aggressive right away. It feels like a paddle designed for someone who wants to attack, drive, serve big, and put constant pressure on opponents.
Luzz’s paddles look premium, but how does the Luzz Inferno 2 play against these other premium paddles. Let’s cover that next.
Playability
For playability, let’s cover spin, power and then control.
Spin
The Luzz Inferno 2’s grit is just insane, and I would argue that it could be better than both the 11six24 Vapor 2 and potentially the J2CR Crystal Blue or Chorus Coda Harmony Grit
When I was hitting topspin drives, I felt like I could swing aggressively and still bring the ball down into the court.
That’s one of my favorite feelings with a paddle because I can attack the ball without just hoping it stays in.
I also noticed the grit on serves. The surface really grabs the ball, and I was able to generate some great movement on both slice and topspin serves.
The Inferno Frozen comes in second for me. I already thought the Frozen had improved grit compared to the original Inferno, and it gives me a lot of confidence shaping serves, drives and slices.
The Tornazo comes in third. It still has really good spin, especially considering how much power the paddle has.
Finally, the original Inferno comes in fourth. The spin is still good, but the surface doesn’t feel quite as aggressive as the Inferno 2 or Inferno Frozen.
Spin rankings:
- Inferno 2
- Inferno Frozen
- Tornazo
- Inferno
For me, spin is probably the biggest reason the Inferno 2 feels like a legitimate upgrade over the original Inferno.
Power
The Tornazo is a power paddle. I don’t think I’ve painted the back line on serves or returns more than with the Tornazo in a single game. The ball comes off the Tornazo heavy, deep and fast.
When I played singles with it, I could really feel how much pressure the paddle put on my opponent. Serves were deep, drives had a ton of pace, and returns came off the paddle quickly.
There is a tradeoff, though. You have to control it.
I definitely had some balls sail long when I first started playing with the Tornazo, but once I adjusted, the power was awesome.
The Inferno 2 comes in second for power. It has plenty of power, but it doesn’t feel quite as wild as the Tornazo. I was getting excellent depth on serves, returns and drives, while the extra grit also helped me bring the ball back down into the court.
That’s one of the reasons I like the Inferno 2 so much. The original Inferno comes in third. It still has really good controlled power and has been one of my favorite aggressive paddles for doubles.
The Inferno Frozen comes in fourth, but that’s really by design. It takes some of the pop out of the Inferno and gives you a softer and more controlled paddle.
Power rankings:
- Tornazo
- Inferno 2
- Inferno
- Inferno Frozen
If you only care about maximum power, I would choose the Tornazo.
But if you want a lot of power with more spin and a little more control, the Inferno 2 is probably the better option.
Control
Control is where this comparison gets a little more difficult because each paddle gives you control in a slightly different way.
For me, the Inferno Frozen wins.
The Frozen gives you more dwell time, less pop and a more connected feel.
When I played with it, drops and dinks were easier to manage because I didn’t feel like the ball was jumping off the paddle quite as quickly.
I don’t always have the softest hands, so I appreciate that extra forgiveness.
The Inferno 2 comes in second, and this is actually one of the biggest reasons I like the paddle so much.
It doesn’t have quite the same soft, control-first feel as the Frozen, but the control is really good considering how much power and spin you’re getting.
I could hit drops, dinks, resets and transition shots without feeling like the paddle was fighting me.
The original Inferno comes in third.
I’ve always thought the original Inferno had really good control for a power paddle. Compared with the Tornazo, it feels safer and more predictable, especially when I’m playing doubles.
The Tornazo comes in fourth.
That doesn’t mean the control is bad. Once I adjusted to the paddle, I actually controlled it better than I initially expected.
But it definitely asks more from your hands.
If you’re slightly late or leave the paddle face slightly too open, the ball can travel deeper than you want.
Control rankings:
- Inferno Frozen
- Inferno 2
- Inferno
- Tornazo
If control is your biggest priority, I would choose the Inferno Frozen.
But the Inferno 2 impressed me because I was still getting really good control while also getting more power and spin than the Frozen.
Cost Considerations
The new Luzz Inferno 2 is $239 before the discount code, but you can use the code BEPICKLEBALLER you can get 15% off, and
The Luzz Inferno is now on sale, which is awesome, and I confirmed that you can stack the discount code. The paddle now comes with edgeguard and a paddle cover. The paddle is $209 before the discount code, but with the code BEPICKLEBLALER, you get the paddle for $177.65.
The Luzz Inferno Frozen is the second newest paddle of the line up, just being released a few months ago. The paddle is $249.00, so it’s the more expensive of the bunch, but the code BEPICKLEBALLER takes 15% off this paddle down to $211.65
Finally, the Luzz Tornazo is $229, and you can use the same code above, and it takes $34.35 off to bring the paddle don to $194.65. This paddle also comes with complimentary edge tape and a paddle cover.
Each of these Luzz paddles are awesome, but which one should you choose? Let’s discuss that next.
Should You Choose The New Luzz Inferno 2?
For me, absolutely. If I had to choose one paddle between the Luzz Inferno 2, Inferno, Inferno Frozen and Tornazo, I would choose the Inferno 2. I think it is the best overall paddle of the group because it gives me an excellent combination of spin, power and control. The spin is insane, the power is really good, and the control is surprisingly strong for how aggressive the paddle can be. Most importantly, it is the paddle I would feel most confident grabbing in a close game.
That said, each paddle has a clear strength. If you want the most power, I would choose the Tornazo. If you want the most control, I would choose the Inferno Frozen. If you want the best value, the original Inferno is really compelling now that it is on sale and the discount code stacks. But if I am choosing the best overall Luzz paddle, I am going with the Inferno 2, and the new grit is probably the biggest reason it moves ahead of the others for me.
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