What is the best table tennis brand?

Century-old Japanese and German names, Chinese value makers and one American outlier all want a place in your paddle bag. Which badge would you trust? Cast your vote!

1. 1
   Butterfly

   Japanese maker behind the Tenergy rubbers and the equipment of most top professionals.
   1000pts
2. 2
   Stiga

   Swedish brand known for premade rackets, tables and blades used since the 1940s.
   682pts
3. 3
   Yasaka

   Japanese brand behind the Mark V, one of the best-selling rubbers ever made.
   622pts
4. 4
   Xiom

   Korean brand known for the Vega rubber series and keen pricing.
   551pts
5. 5
   Nittaku

   Japanese maker famous for its premium three-star balls and Fastarc rubbers.
   466pts
6. 6
   Friendship 729

   Chinese brand producing budget-friendly rubbers and blades.
   466pts
7. 7
   Tibhar

   German brand with a loyal following for its Evolution rubber line.
   466pts
8. 8
   Killerspin

   American brand that pushed ping pong into bars and clubs with its JET rackets.
   363pts
9. 9
   Gewo

   German maker of blades and rubbers favored by European club players.
   363pts
10. 10
    Joola

    German brand with a wide range from entry-level tables to pro rubbers.
    0pts
11. 11
    DHS

    Chinese maker of the Hurricane 3 and a staple of the national team.
    0pts
12. 12
    Donic

    German manufacturer of the Baracuda rubber and a long-time supplier of tables and balls.
    0pts
13. 13
    Andro

    German brand behind the Rasanter series of rubbers.
    0pts
14. 14
    Sanwei

    Chinese maker of the Target rubbers and the Pistol grip racket.
    0pts
15. 15
    Victas

    Japanese brand owned by the Tamasu family, known for V>15 and Double Extra rubbers.
    0pts

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