Andro Rasanter C48

I use this rubber on a Fan Zhendong ALC blade. In comparison with the H3 Blue Sponge National, this rubber is much more forgiving, and you don’t have to put so much effort into your shots. The open-ups against heavy backspin are significantly easier with this rubber because it is not as slow and tacky as the H3. The short game is straightforward with this rubber, although sometimes the ball can fly a bit too high over the net due to the high throw angle, so your technique may need slight adjustments.

Topspin and powerful topspin shots are a dream with this rubber. It has so much dwell time that you can adjust your bat angle at the last moment before the ball is released and still play a quality shot. Flat hits and backhand punches are very easy and consistent with this rubber; I can even punch through a ball loaded with heavy topspin thanks to its low sensitivity to incoming spin. Countertops spins are the best and easiest to execute with this rubber. However, your technique must be solid; otherwise, the ball may fly off course.

In terms of serves and service reception, this rubber truly shines. I can keep my serves short and spin-loaded, and I can place them accurately with a lot of precision due to the high control of this rubber. The block is also very effective, but it needs to be a bit active and focused on the ball with a little kick. If you play a passive block, you’ll likely deliver a slow ball, making it easier for your opponent to execute a kill shot.

It may lack a bit of speed, but for my playing style, it is better than any other rubber out there. I use it in Black Max on the forehand and 2.0 red on the backhand. I hope my review is helpful. Have a nice day!

Before using MXS, I tried almost 40 different types of table tennis rubbers. Although it is slower than MXS, it offers better grip and allows for improved spin. The control is excellent, and it enables fantastic blocking.

Contrary to popular belief, it is not a sticky rubber; it is not a Chinese-European hybrid either. While it is one of the most expensive rubbers available, it is worth more than T05. Among harder rubbers, it ranks among the best for blocking an opponent’s spin.

I use it in a thickness of 2.0 on my backhand.

I recently had the opportunity to try an excellent modern rubber from the Rasanter line by Andro. This rubber provides great control, making it easy to spin and hit straight, whether you are playing close to the table or from a mid-distance.

Overall, the Rasanter line is simply fantastic and has significantly enhanced my performance in table tennis.

Just as good control and speed as the R45, if not better. However, it clearly provides more spin. This has become my new favorite forehand rubber.

Despite the sponge being classified as medium-hard, it does not feel hard at all. Instead, it feels crisp, responsive, and precise.

It is worth noting that this rubber is heavier than the R45, though.

Best rubber I’ve ever tried for counter top spin. However, I didn’t find it suitable for much else.

I played with the Gauzy SL rubber on a stiff 5-ply blade that I made. It performs similarly to the Long 5 but is faster. This rubber works well on both the backhand and forehand. I found that it tends to play better with lower dwell blades since it holds the ball quite effectively.

When using flexible blades on the backhand, the rubber can appear somewhat non-linear. However, it excels on stiffer and softer low-throw blades, such as the Nobilis, Vyzaryz Trinity, Amultart, or any outer ZLC blade with a low throw. On stiffer blades, it performs exceptionally across all aspects of play.

The serves, receives, openings, blocks, and counters all feel phenomenal when using a mid or mid-high throw on a Nobilis blade. Countering is particularly easy, and adding power to shots is straightforward. Additionally, the rubber is not sensitive to spin when blocking and receiving, which enhances control during these phases of play.

Both smashes and drop shots are readily available and can be executed effortlessly when handled correctly. The rubber is mildly tacky for about two weeks. After that, it loses its tackiness but maintains a good grip for at least six months.

Overall, it works well for both forehand and backhand strokes. It is especially suited for a Euro forehand style, as well as for anyone’s backhand play.