Diadem BluCore Max 16mm vs RPM Q2 16mm Widebody
On published specifications these two are very close. Every derived index sits within 8 points, which is inside the margin of an estimate built from spec sheets. Choose on price, handle length, or whichever brand you can demo.
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| Spec |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP)Manufacturer Spec | $279.99 | $249.99▲ |
| PowerDerived | 64▲ | 62 |
| ControlDerived | 70▲ | 69 |
| SpinDerived | 89 | 89 |
| ForgivenessDerived | 74▲ | 69 |
| Swing weight indexDerived | 39 | 39 |
| Core thicknessManufacturer Spec | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Face materialManufacturer Spec | Raw carbon | Raw carbon |
| Core materialManufacturer Spec | Foam-injected polymer | Foam-injected polymer |
| ShapeManufacturer Spec | Widebody | Widebody |
| LengthManufacturer Spec | 15.9" | 15.9" |
| WidthManufacturer Spec | 8" | 8" |
| Handle lengthManufacturer Spec | 5" | 5.5"▲ |
| Static weightManufacturer Spec | 8.14 oz | 7.83 oz |
| Balance pointDerived | 21.1 cm | 21.7 cm |
| ThermoformedManufacturer Spec | Yes | Yes |
| USAP approvedManufacturer Spec | Yes | Yes |
| ReleasedManufacturer Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
These two are hard to separate
Every derived index is within a few points. Our scores come from spec sheets, and spec sheets can't capture feel — at this margin the honest answer is that you should demo both rather than trust a number.
Analysis
Where they actually differ
Only differences big enough to matter are listed. Anything inside the margin of an estimate is left out.
- Handle
- RPM Q2 16mm Widebody has the longer handle at 5.5" — the deciding factor if you hit a two-handed backhand.
- Price
- RPM Q2 16mm Widebody is $30 cheaper at MSRP.
Choose the
Diadem BluCore Max 16mm
- You prefer the brand or the feel
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Choose the
RPM Q2 16mm Widebody
- You hit a two-handed backhand
- Budget matters — it's $30 less
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