Andro NUZN 55 review: spin first, Sabine Winter's forehand
55° hard sponge and a grippy, non-tacky topsheet

NUZN is andro's spin-focused range, and the 55 is its hardest version. Germany's Sabine Winter, world No.9, uses it on her forehand.

Specifications

TypeInverted, tensor
Sponge hardness55° (hard)
Thickness2.0 mm, 2.3 mm
andro ratingsSpeed 128 / Spin 137 / Control 88

Figures are manufacturer ratings, cross-checked with a second published source (see the sources below). Brands use different rating scales, so compare numbers within a brand only.

What to expect

andro rates spin above speed, and says the rubber's enlarged sweet spot helps you keep arc under pressure. The topsheet is grippy but not tacky, and andro highlights durability.

andro is clear that the NUZN 55 needs well-practised technique and good timing. For a softer feel, we also stock NUZN 45, 48 and 50.

Who it suits

Advanced topspin players, especially on the forehand.

Our verdict

A spin machine for strong players. Choose a softer NUZN if you're still developing.

Buy Andro NUZN 55 – £50.21 Free gluing when ordered with a blade.

Sources: andro (official) · andro catalogue 26/27 · Thorntons Table Tennis

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