Andro Treiber K

Very good in control. Hard rubber is used to increase power.

Speed: Treiber K OFF (97) is faster than Treiber Z OFF (95).

A perfect blade for spinner-type players. It outperforms Butterfly ALC blades like Viscaria and Timo Boll. This is an excellent blade from Andro.

Nittaku Acoustic Carbon

This blade is a perfect balance of speed, control, and feel. It is made of a combination of wood and carbon, which gives it a unique feel and sound. The Acoustic Carbon is a great choice for both offensive and defensive players.

Butterfly Timo Boll ALC

This blade is known for its speed and power. It is made of a combination of wood and carbon, which gives it a stiff feel. The Timo Boll ALC is a great choice for offensive players who want to generate a lot of spin and power.

Tibhar Evolution MX-P

This blade is a good choice for all-around players. It is made of a combination of wood and carbon, which gives it a medium feel. The Evolution MX-P is a great choice for players who want a blade that can do it all.

Xiom Vega Pro

This blade is known for its control and consistency. It is made of a combination of wood and carbon, which gives it a soft feel. The Vega Pro is a great choice for defensive players who want to control the game and make precise shots.

Excellent blade. Does all with medium to soft rubbers very well. Recommended.

Perfect control, but too soft and too flexy. There is no stability at all.

Before, when I was searching for an alternative to the Viscaria blade, I was told to try the Andro Gauzy blade. It’s somewhat good, or close to the Viscaria, but the control on the Viscaria is way better. If you are on a tight budget or you are an Andro fanatic, then go with the Andro Gauzy.

The Darker Ekaterina is a well-balanced, all-wood blade that offers a small sweet spot and a great feeling. This blade is well-suited for intermediate and advanced players who seek control and precision in their game. Despite its small sweet spot, the Darker Ekaterina provides feedback and control that allows even the most delicate touches to be executed with accuracy. The blade’s construction may require slight adjustments to gameplay to maximize its potential, but it offers a premium playing experience for those accustomed to all-wood blades.

The Darker Ekaterina is crafted from a combination of kiri and limba wood, resulting in a well-balanced blade with a great feel. The kiri wood core provides a soft, dampened feel that absorbs vibrations effectively. This allows for excellent control and precision, making the blade ideal for players who rely on touch and finesse. The limba outer plies add stiffness to the blade, increasing its power and speed. This combination of materials creates a blade that is both responsive and powerful, making it suitable for a wide range of playing styles.

One of the standout features of the Darker Ekaterina is its ability to provide exceptional feedback. This is due to the blade’s composition and construction, which allows players to feel even the most subtle changes in spin and trajectory. This feedback is essential for players who want to develop their technique and control over the ball. It enables them to make precise adjustments to their strokes and improve their overall game.

What a blade! It’s all about control. The short game is really good, and when you need power, you know it’s there and you can swing really hard. It’s an offensive blade that gives confidence. And the quality is there.

Medium high throw and huge sweetspot.

This blade complements Chinese rubbers like DHS, particularly for looping. I am confident in stating that this blade offers the best looping capabilities in the market. The blade has a medium-hard feel and optimal speed for powerful strokes. It provides excellent control, aligning perfectly with my playing style. Andro deserves recognition for this exceptional blade.

The greatest Aramid carbon blade with a soft feeling ever.

Flex: High

Throw: High

Feeling: Excellent

Rotation: Exceptional

Control: Perfect

You can put Tenergy 05 on this blade and win everything because it is lighter and slower than TBALC, but the rotation is better.

It is a great blade for variable offensive play. Its ALC layers provide a softer feel than usual carbon blades, so you could choose slow and spinned loops just as easily as hard and quick ones. On the other hand, you could accelerate your hits easily.

In fact, this blade supports sensitive blocks, fast punches, and rotated loops (from close and middle distance) very well. I tested it with Acuda S2 2.0 (Bh) and Yasaka Rakza 7 2.0 (Fh).

It’s a very fast blade. Many websites mention that K-fibre is flexible, which makes the blade good for looping. I disagree completely. Good looping is achievable only when you have good technique and pair the blade with slow, spinny rubbers.

I tried Rakza 7 & Rakza 7 soft in max & 2mm (pretty fast rubbers). The control is exceptional, but it always comes with a fair amount of speed, which forces you to limit yourself to pushes and blocks without giving you the freedom to execute other shots. Chopping and blocking with this blade when paired with Rakza is at its ultimate best…crisp and consistent. Hitting is very powerful. I’m planning to pair it with slower rubbers to enhance the looping capabilities of the blade. The ratings provided by Andro seem perfect.

Well balanced, the blade is powerful but very controllable. It’s a gem.

Surprising at all. I have tested more than 200 blades in the past. The Treiber K is the king for my style (average skills, topspin oriented on both sides). I play with Giant Dragon Topenergy soft on forehand and Spinlord Marder II on backhand. The blade is strong in spinny serves, topspins, and blocking. As it is bouncing Marder II in 1.5mm as an all-round rubber is perfect for chopping. So control is exceptional. Sometimes I play a classic defence style funny. Crazy you think playing a defence blade but for offence you have so much power. For pros, it may be a bit too slow but for the normal one’s Treiber K is worth trying. I guess this blade is quite as good as any expensive Butterfly blade.

The Treiber K is a commendable Andro blade. Its Koto layers facilitate direct strokes. The spin and control it offers are truly exceptional. For individuals seeking to generate significant spin on the ball, consider pairing it with Andro Rasant powersponge (40*) or Rasant (45*) for optimal balance. Despite being classified as an OFF-level blade, it may feel relatively slow and challenging to handle when playing further away from the table. If necessary, make slight adjustments to your gameplay to compensate.

This blade is often overlooked, but it deserves more recognition. Despite feeling medium to soft, it’s surprisingly responsive. The ALC fiber contributes to its quick reaction time. The dwell time is relatively short, but it remains highly controllable.

Initially, I questioned its looping capabilities due to the short dwell time, but surprisingly, it loops exceptionally well. Its lightweight (Andro claims 90g, but I acquired the lightest one at 83g) allows for pairing with heavier rubbers such as T80 and Rasant.

Compared to my previous blade, the BTY Innerforce ZLF, I prefer the Andro K-off. While the Innerforce ZLF is also a commendable blade, its weight (92g in my case) limited my rubber choices (e.g., f3 Bigslam). Both blades produce great topspins (using the same T80 rubber), but the Andro K-off provides superior speed and control. Additionally, I find blocking more effective with the Andro K-off.

Overall, I highly recommend this blade to anyone interested in experiencing ALC blades. Its price point is significantly more accessible compared to similar BTY fiber blades.

As an aside, I also purchased the Andro G-off, which offers slower play with even greater control. It’s well-suited for beginners, although I would prioritize pure wood blades for this level.

I just got an Andro Treiber K with Yasaka Mark V 2 mm on forehand and Andro Rasant Powersponge 2.1 mm on backhand.

Treiber K is an excellent looping blade due to its softness and flexibility. It’s quite thin and lightweight, which I appreciate. I particularly enjoy playing backhand loops with the Rasant Powersponge rubber on this blade.

Despite its softness and flexibility, the Treiber K is also very good for blocking. In terms of quality, it’s comparable to the Butterfly Timo Boll ALC but much more affordable.

I highly recommend the Treiber K blade to any player who enjoys looping on both backhand and forehand.

I upgraded from the Super Cell Off blade to this, and I absolutely love it. It’s fast, yet has amazing control for its speed. I had to adjust the rubber to match my game.

I tried T80 on it, but it wasn’t a good pairing. I then tested T05fx, M2, M3, Rasent, Raska 7, Evolution FXP, and P7, and most played quite well. I ended up using M2 on the forehand and FXP on the backhand.

The T05fx blocked better, but the M2 seemed to not come back after a flip or loop. It punches, flips, loops, and blocks like a dream.

However, it is important to note that this blade is not for beginners or low-end intermediates. It’s very fast but very well-constructed with a beautiful touch. I play close to the table and use a counter-attack to mid-loop style, and it’s perfect for that.

This blade is similar to the Donic Waldner Carbo without the cumbersome handle. I highly recommend it for players with perfect strokes who need speed with control.