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The Butterfly Roundell is designed for players seeking a versatile rubber that balances speed, spin, and control. Designed for an engaging playing experience, it features a medium-firm sponge that delivers consistency while enabling the player to execute a variety of strokes effectively. With a speed rating of 12 and a spin rating of 10, it caters well to those who appreciate the dynamics of aggressive gameplay; however, some users have noted that it lacks the exceptional grip found in higher-end alternatives.
When it comes to tackiness, the Roundell scores a modest 2.6, suggesting that while it can generate decent spin, it does not pack the punch of more tacky rubbers. The overall weight of approximately 43 grams when cut to size places it in the lightweight category, which many players may find appealing for improved maneuverability during play. Though its durability is rated at 6.3, with various reviews hinting at a faster performance decline, it remains competitive for those who change their rubber frequently.
Alternatives to the Roundell include popular choices such as Mark V and Tenergy, which tend to offer more grip and overall performance according to user feedback. While some reviews express dissatisfaction regarding the Roundell’s value compared to the competition, others highlight its effectiveness for intermediate and advanced players who appreciate a rubber that provides a good mix of control and spin-centric gameplay. If your style leans toward a controlled attack with solid placements, the Roundell could be a fitting choice, but for those seeking a more responsive or faster game, exploring other options may be prudent.
I was not impressed with Rondell as it seems to have a “lost” quality among rubbers. Overpriced and not up to other BTY rubbers in terms of performance or durability, I tried it on my BH. Do yourself a favor and save your money on this rubber. Get a beautiful sheet of Mark V max instead.
Played this rubber in FH on a Grubba ALL+ for 4 months, and I just couldn’t get used to it. Low throw, good speed, medium spin.
Control seems good, but as kreanga05 said further up, it tends to get erratic in some situations, maybe due to poor feedback. It’s sometimes hard to feel what you are doing, so not a rubber for developing players in my opinion. Maybe the hard version works better.
Plays a little better on a Stiga AC.
Review:
Updated June 12: I agree with the previous reviewer who stated that most people are far too critical. It is available for less than the price of most tensors and, while not as powerful, it is a solid rubber. Those who claim it lacks grip are mistaken; the topsheet is grippy. Compared to Rakza 7, it offers similar grip and spin production but with improved control. I can effortlessly execute extreme hooked sidespin loops with this rubber.
Its short game is superior to tensors (I’m unsure why TTDB categorizes it as a tensor, as it isn’t). The sponge is medium-firm and quite bouncy compared to traditional rubbers, but it differs from tensors. Speed and spin far exceed those of Sriver-Mark V. It produces a pleasing pop when struck hard.
I tested this rubber on the Tibhar Stratus Powerwood and M Maze. The weight is 43g when cut to 2.1mm thickness.
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