Yinhe Jupiter 3 Asia

Tacky Chinese rubber, boosted with Haifu black oil. First 2 weeks are absolute terrible as it feels like a brick. After that it picks up and plays very lively, very easy to use, spinny and controllable at 39 Degrees for about 3 weeks. 40 degrees version feels terrible with normal booster, drops with a soft stroke and flies out with a hard stroke on a TB ALC. But all in all this thing is absolutely NOT anywhere near as good as Dignics 09 °C, and maybe 70% similar to Hurricane 3.

Fantastic FH rubber, very tacky, lively sponge, easier to do topspin than most Chinese rubbers, good for regluing. For the price, the best FH rubber.

Classica gomma cinese appiccicosa, da nuova offre una grandissima presa e rotazione che però svaniscono dopo qualche sessione. Trovo la durata non all’altezza di altre gomme della stessa fascia. Avevo grandi aspettative ma sono rimasto un po' deluso.

Played H37. Entry-level rubber. Medium-high throw angle, quite soft and elastic topsheet. Any active actions are performed easily, but the balls fly mediocre (you can’t give enough spin or power), in passive actions it feels uncontrollable. Forget about banana flick, too mushy for it. I don’t know who this rubber is for. For those who prefer to actively block from the backhand? Isn’t it better to use short pimples or long tensor pimples on the sponge for this task? H38 is better, thanks to the harder sponge.

The best out of the Chinese rubbers. It is not expensive. Just give it a try. Can work on backhand on some blades as well, tested on Yasaka Sweden Extra. I don’t see a point in buying a harder one than 37, it is completely enough far from table and topsheet grips the ball well, you can feel it on countertopspin. Weighs less than even Euro hybrid rubbers like Rakza Z, but I wouldn’t say it plays better, just different. Throw angle is medium. Topsheet is slightly tacky when clean/new and is thin and elastic, comparing to other Chinese rubbers I’ve tried. Good spin on slow brushes, but due to throw angle and sponge it is harder to do bananas etc. Not impossible, but harder, you need that Chinese technique. Speed is good when you smack it hard. If you are on a budget I would suggest getting this on your forehand in black and Mercury 2 — Soft (unless you can get Jupiter 3 Soft version) on backhand in red. Especially for beginners. Very durable rubber as well. If I had to play Chinese rubbers I would go with this one. I tested 729 Bloom Power, Jupiter 2, Hurricane 2/3, Skyline 2, Mercury 2, Corbor Reactor and some other I don’t remember, but this one is the best.

Great rubber overall. I am using the 38-degree version without booster and having a blast with it on the forehand. The tack can hold the ball for like 10 solid seconds, and it helps a lot during short receive. The grip is quite strong, so serve and attack on backspin are amazing. Its speed is high as well, about 85-90% of Tenergy 05, and spin is about the same when doing high-effort shots. Its throw angle is quite low due to the tackiness, so you need to open the racket angle and use a lot of forward force in order to avoid the ball landing in the net.

Replaced my Stiga DNA with Yinhe Jupiter 3 Asia 40°. I really liked the Yinhe Jupiter 3 40° rubber for its open area, it is better than Stiga DNA, Jupiter 3 has more speed and more spin than Stiga DNA and costs 3 times less. Yinhe V-14 Pro blade. Before gluing the new rubber, I removed the factory glue from the Yinhe manufacturer’s sponge and glued it with DHS-15 glue. This Jupiter 3 40° rubber is very similar to the Butterfly 64 rubber.

Well, let’s talk about that beauty rubber. Pretty well made, comes in a cardboard package, with a protection film, smells like fish, yes, you know that smell. About the playing characteristics, this is the real deal rubber, it is fast enough, spin monster and you can control easily. Mine is 40º sponge hardness, and I do not feel that hardness, because I can control. It requires good technic, Chinese like. If you are looking for a rubber that plays a little like the H3 Neo, this rubber will serve you, but with more speed.

Oh! Almost forgot, I did not boost, so far, maybe one day I’ll boost it, if I remember I’ll come back to talk about it.

Updated (2024 Sep 14): Happy BH rubber. This is for Red H38 (49g) (BH of both 729 ALC AD (94.5g) and Nittaku Factive Carbon (“NFC”, 80.5g)). This is a viable BH rubber for power loop/drive/smash (similar performance to Moon Pro and Moon 12 Blue, but the cheapest as I recently bought it during Super Deals in AliExpress for SGD$12). I used it on my lightest blade NFC to boost the overall weight to 180g.

Updated (2024 Aug 2) Blade: Stuor Nobilis ZLC Hinoki (“Stuor NZLC”) (87.5g). FH: Jupiter Asia 3 H40 (“J3”) (46.8g) is pure joy!

It is one of the most underrated attacker’s FH rubbers that is pure magical when you have the technique to play it on a stiff and hard carbon blade. J3 is better than J3 39 and Battle 2 Gold wrt power loop/drive, flat smash, and overall play on Stuor NZLC.

After some 100 hrs of play, it lost most of the tackiness, but after boosting with 3 layers of Haifu glue and improvising some techniques, this 9-month-old rubber has been reborn as the FH rubber for my main blade due to its direct attacking attributes. It is easy to flick backspin serve after familiarized with rubber characteristics. Backspin serve is < Battle 2 Gold.

Performance-to-price ratio: 10/10 (only SGD18+ from AliExpress for such a consistent, powerful, and durable FH rubber). Likely to get the H41 version next.

Comparison to Nittaku Sieger PK50: It has less spin, a lower arc, and higher speed. If you have good stroke technique, it works well. However, it is not forgiving. On an outer carbon blade, it feels better and is fun to play with, but on an inner carbon blade, it is very unpredictable. Tried several sheets—the surface quality is highly inconsistent. It loses its tackiness very quickly.

I found no flaws with this rubber when using it on my forehand. It is one of the fastest Chinese rubbers I’ve used, slower than 729 Bloom P, definitely slower than Dignics 09c, but faster than Rakza Z. I think it is meant to be hybrid rubber, since it has more grip than tack. It doesn’t weigh as much as the other Chinese rubbers.

Spin is very decent, comparable to Ten 05, but it has a lower throw angle than Tenergy 05. Of course, it is easier to generate spin with Ten05 because of the spring sponge on shorter movements, but this rubber doesn’t lack spin if you hit it properly. Where it shines to me is forehand flick and counter-topspin rallies. It really holds the ball well, giving you proper control over your stroke and placement.

The topsheet is the nicest I’ve tried from the Chinese rubbers. It provides a good feeling on any blade I tried. The cracking sound I can get out of this rubber when I hit hard is just addicting. On backhand, I can feel it even more. I am unable to use it for all the strokes on backhand since I am not that advanced, but I would say if you really got that Chinese technique nailed down, you can’t go wrong with this one on backhand. The unit I have is 37-degree hardness.

Chinese hard, sticky (not tacky) rubber. Excellent for attacking style.

I play this rubber (soft version) with Seamoon booster on Yinhe T11 carbon blade. It is very easy to generate heavy loops with a lot of spin. Smashing is also very easy to do. Blocks are very nice because the rubber absorbs incoming speed (if you don’t counter attack). Serves are spinny. I use black for FH. For 14 euros, this is a very nice alternative to expensive Euro rubbers.

Are you kidding me? For this price, it’s one of the best rubbers out there. It beats all the ESN rubbers. Boost it and you will have a smile on your face. This and the boosted GTX Pro from Loki are the two best rubbers from China.

Updated (2024 Jun 28)

Blade: Nittaku Factive Carbon (NFC) (81g)

FH:

• Jupiter Asia 3 H40 (“J3”) (47.5g)

• J3 surpasses J3 H39 in terms of top speed, tackiness, spin, serve, looping, and control (after adjusting to the stiff and hard NFC and medium hard J3 combination).

• J3 was replaced with the harder and tackier Battle 2 Gold H40 due to a loss in tackiness, speed, spin, and looping capabilities (after approximately 90 hours of play).

BH:

• Red H38 (surprisingly still tacky after 6 months with 3-5 hours of play per week)

• Replaced by Ak47 Red (slightly tensor, lighter; 41g) for improved responsiveness in BH loop drives and flicks.

J3 Booster:

• Boosted with 4 layers of Haifu Dolphin to enhance spin and speed.

• It took some time to control the increased speed, so it’s recommended to start without boosting.

• J3 is durable enough to withstand multiple boosting applications.

Performance:

• Drive loops and flat hits are powerful and speedy with proper technique.

• However, it can be faster than the Battle 2 series (except the regular version), which offers a greater dip/spin arc for full loops.

• Backspin serves are easy to loop back after familiarizing oneself with the rubber’s characteristics.

• Less effective in backspin serves compared to the Battle 2 series.

Affordability:

• Exceptional value at SGD16+ from Shopee/AliExpress for a consistent FH drive looping and flat hitting rubber.

Limitation:

• Can be overly fast for beginners or when paired with a carbon blade.

Currently, I am using the Uranus Pro on BH, along with a slightly slower but more controlled blade (729 Yellow Carbon ALC). I used to have a Timo Boll Spirit. I have always used fast Butterfly equipment, but due to the high prices now, I have been looking for a more budget-friendly alternative. The blade and BH rubbers suit me well.

However, for my FH, I have been trying some Chinese rubbers (H8-80, Ak47red and blue, and 729 Dragon F). Recently, I got J3 39°, and I was extremely impressed. It is significantly faster compared to the four rubbers I mentioned earlier.

The Ak47 didn’t work well for me as I found it difficult to push underspin with them, while H8-80 and Dragon F were tacky, and therefore, easier to push underspin, they lacked power for my playing style as I am not a very skilled player but a very aggressive one. However, the J3 has everything I need: speed, control, and spin. It is easy to push underspin, and the topspins are incredibly effective with a low trajectory, high speed, and high spin. The flat hits feel like gunshots.

I understand that my lack of skill may be a factor, but I find the spin of the J3 to be just as good, if not better, than that of the H8-80 (which was the spinniest among the rubbers I tried). So, I have decided to stick with my setup with J3 39° on FH.

I am very happy with this setup and I don’t believe that other setups, including those with D9c on FH and other expensive equipment, are necessarily better (I tried some of them, but I really like mine better or just don’t see much difference), and mine costs less than a single sheet of D9c, so I am very satisfied.

With just two weeks I cannot evaluate the durability of the J3, but I clean the rubber with a soft makeup sponge and a little bit of water after a playing session, and let it dry to apply a non sticky protector, so it will likely last if it has durability at least similar to the rubbers I tried. So, for now, very happy and this is a very good rubber for offensive players.

After reading wonders about this rubber, I decided to try a red, 39° sheet. Of course, I had high expectations, but the rubber disappointed me in all aspects, except the price.

First, spin is nowhere near Hurricane 3 Neo and much, much less than F-Ship Battle II. Speed is also average; it does not have the catapult effect of most ESN rubbers. I say it is a little faster than H3N, but it costs too much on the spin side.

I tried it first as an FH rubber on an ALC blade—it didn’t work at all—then changed to BH, and things went better.

For the price, in AK 47's range, it is acceptable, but I won’t change my Battle II Provincial to it.

Used: 37d red unboosted on backhand side on Yinhe V14pro.
First impression: the arc is very straight, not easy to get a high arc over the net. Countering near the table is effective as it gives the opponent no reaction time. (you feel like Fzd) This is the most tacky rubber out of the box, the ball stayed on the blade for almost a minute.
After a few training sessions, the rubber had amazing grip and felt slightly easier to use. Overall, a good rubber for forehand, backhand; you need to be at the table at all times.

After reading glowing reviews about this rubber, I decided to try a red, 39-degree sheet. Naturally, my expectations were high, but unfortunately, the rubber underwhelmed me in every aspect except for its price.

Firstly, the spin is significantly inferior to Hurricane 3 Neo and falls well short of the F-Ship Battle II. The speed is also merely average, lacking the catapult effect characteristic of most ESN rubbers. While it may be slightly faster than H3N, this advantage comes at the expense of spin generation.

I initially attempted to use it as a forehand rubber on an ALC blade, but it proved ineffective. Subsequently, I switched it to the backhand, where it performed marginally better.

Considering its price point, which is comparable to that of AK 47, it is an acceptable option. However, it would not prompt me to replace my Battle II Provincial rubber with it.

H40 and H37

The H40 black rubber appears stickier and curls more than the H37 red rubber after tearing the airbag.

First Impressions

Upon initial use, both rubbers produce a pleasant clicking sound, similar to the sounds heard in professional table tennis matches.

Performance

While the manufacturer suggests the H40 is designed for forehand play, it also performs exceptionally well on the backhand. Both driving and looping shots are easy to control and consistent. Flicks are well-executed and effectively lift backspin balls. The sticky nature of these Chinese rubbers makes them ideal for short game situations.

Value

Priced at $13 per sheet, these rubbers offer excellent value for their performance. They are a highly recommended option for table tennis players.

Table Tennis Rubber Review

This review compares four rubbers: Two-ply Falco Tempo Long, Thibar K1, Golden Tango PS, Big Dipper 38°, and Jupiter 3 Asia 38°.

Speed: BD < J3A < K1 < GTPS
Turn: J3A < BD = K1 = GTPS
Bow: J3A < K1 < BD < GTPS
Feeling: J3A < GTPS < K1 = BD
Hardness: GTPS = BD < K1 < J3A
Control: GTPS < J3A < K1 < BD

Muy buen Spin! Excelente relación Calidad/Precio!

Saludos desde Chile.

Very similar to Big Dipper in my opinion, but I think it throws higher. It’s quite fast on basic drive shots and very powerful on big loops, and it comes factory-tuned, so it doesn’t need extra booster, but it’s probably better with it.

Much faster than H3, but less spinny. This is my new favorite forehand rubber. Opening loops and flicks are so easy and consistent. The rubber is both bouncy and powerful, but also spinny enough. This is just as good as Dignics 09c. Absolutely in love with this monster rubber.

(H37 black and red, and H38 black.)

Fast rubber and this is a real top speed, not just a catapult effect, like most tensors.

The rubber is somewhat tacky (soft topsheet); it can’t pick up a ball off the table.

Very good control, block, and short game; very easy looping and smashing. If you like to hit, this is a very good choice.

It isn’t spin sensitive, but the rotation is slightly lower than Jupiter 2 (same hardness).

Without tuning, I had to work for spin if I played it on forehand.

For more spin, it might be worth trying the harder versions.

On the backhand side, it was much more effective spin for me.

When boosted, it’s a super offensive forehand rubber with insane spin that can do everything better than most.

H37 (black and red), and H38 (black)

This fast rubber offers real top speed, not just a catapult effect like most tensors.

Despite its soft topsheet, the rubber is somewhat tacky and cannot pick up a ball off the table.

It offers very good control for blocking and short games, making looping and smashing easy. If you prefer hitting, this rubber is an excellent choice.

While it is not spin-sensitive, the rotation is slightly lower than Jupiter 2 (with the same hardness).

Without tuning, I had to work for spin when playing it on the forehand. To enhance spin, it may be worth trying the harder versions.

On the backhand side, I found it much more effective for spin.

When boosted, it becomes a super-offensive forehand rubber with insane spin, outperforming most others in every aspect.

Jupiter 3 (“J3”) H38 Black weighs 48g when cut to my Yasaka Goiabao (5-ply wood OFF), which is similar to Jupiter 2 H38. J3 H38 is significantly tackier than J2 and comparable to Hurricane 3, allowing it to pick the ball up off the table.

After 1.5 hours of practice, I conclude that J3 is a significant upgrade from J2. It is much faster, with a top-end speed comparable to Vega Pro, which I used in a tournament two days ago. The power on FH loops is remarkable, and mechanical spin is slightly better than J2. I would rate the control 10/10. I felt like I couldn’t miss any shot. FH drives during warm-up felt the most consistent ever for me. Lifting underspin was effortless due to the grip and speed.

Surprisingly, serves didn’t seem spinnier than J2 and were harder to generate spin than Vega Pro. I will need to practice using my wrist to create more acceleration.

As long as the durability holds up, I don’t plan on switching away from this rubber. The performance is surprisingly good for $17 USD.

UPDATE: After one month (~25 hours) of playing, 95% of the tack is gone. It has lost some spin, but it’s still grippy and the topsheet shows no abrasion. I’m satisfied with this rubber and have already ordered another sheet.

UPDATE 2: I received a sheet of Black H37. The tackiness is less than H38, about the same as Jupiter 2. H37 weighs 48g cut.

UPDATE 3: I acquired a sheet of Rakza Z for comparison. Rakza is slower with a deader feeling and harder than J3 H37-H38. Rakza Z produces slightly more spin on slow swings, but there’s not much difference on fast swings. In my opinion, Rakza Z is not worth three times the price of J3.