Andro Hexer Powergrip

Rubber description:

The Andro Hexer Powergrip is an advanced table tennis rubber renowned for its exceptional balance of speed, spin, and control. With a sponge hardness of 47.5 degrees, this tensor rubber offers a lively feel that caters to aggressive playstyles while maintaining impressive versatility. Rated highly among players, with an overall rating of 9.4, it excels in delivering formidable spin, making it a preferred choice for spinning openings against both backspin and topspin.

In terms of tackiness, the Hexer Powergrip rates at 1.1, indicating a non-sticky but highly gripping topsheet that regulates ball control effectively. This property enhances the rubber’s capacity to produce dynamic topspins and powerful serves, essential for contemporary offensive gameplay. Despite its aggressive nature, players appreciate the rubber’s capacity for control, particularly on backhand topspins, resulting in increased confidence during play.

Weighing in the medium range at 70 grams for a 2.1 mm sponge, the Hexer Powergrip is relatively lightweight, ensuring that players can maintain mobility and reaction times during rallies. Notably, durability is rated at an impressive 8.3, making it a reliable option for players who demand longevity from their equipment. While some users report issues with topsheet wear over extended periods, many find it to be a minor concern relative to its overall performance.

Alternatives to the Hexer Powergrip include other popular rubbers like the Andro Rasanter series and Tibhar MXP. However, what sets the Hexer Powergrip apart is its unique blend of feel, control, and spin potential, making it particularly suitable for players seeking a balance tailored for higher-level gameplay without sacrificing ease of use.

Recent Reviews

#1 — December 2022

The rubber is very new in my testing phase. It works fabulously with an Andro Novacell OFF blade on the backhand. The spin and spin opening are outstanding. The first topspin mostly doesn’t come back from players of the same level, which is very surprising, especially with the polyball. Blocking, chopping, and smashing are also working well and are very controllable. Testing on other blades is still ongoing. Feedback and results against better skilled players will come next time.

Three years have passed and I’m still playing with Hexer Powergrip. I have tested G-1, Aurus Prime, XIOM Vega Pro, and X. These rubbers are quite as good, but I feel most comfortable with Powergrip on a Novacell OFF blade.

#2 — July 2022

Utilizo esta goma en mi revés junto con un Donic Bluefire M2 en mi derecha, y me parecen un buen complemento. Me siento seguro realizando topspins para abrir el juego, y el control es bastante bueno, al igual que los arcos. Parece que la pelota se va fuera de la mesa, ¡pero no! La gran mayoría entra gracias al gran arco que genera.

No recomiendo jugar a media o larga distancia de la mesa porque pierde bastante su nivel. Sin embargo, su velocidad en un golpe rápido es bastante buena y te ayudará a liquidar puntos rápidamente.

#3 — May 2022

Exactly what you’d expect from a 47.5 degree tensor rubber. It provides a great balance between speed and spin. I never find myself blaming this rubber for missed shots, which makes it a pleasure to play with. The tensor effect doesn’t kick in at random times like some tensor rubbers.

Compared to the Rasanter series, Hexer is more suited to amateur players, whereas Rasanter is tailored towards pros and semi-pros. I would recommend this rubber if you’re looking for a solid tensor rubber. The Hexer series has you covered for a range of sponge hardnesses (40-47.5).