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Yinhe Mercury 2 (Mercury II)

Yinhe's upgraded Mercury with MOXA sponge technology. Better ball-holding and spin than the original, with a springier feel. One of the best budget rubbers in the world — perfect for beginners building technique on both forehand and backhand.

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Rubber Analysis

The Yinhe Mercury 2 (Mercury II) is a smooth inverted rubber engineered for modern offensive table tennis. With a spin rating of 8.8/10, this rubber offers solid rotation capability. You can generate meaningful spin on loops and serves, though it won't produce the extreme dip of top-tier spin rubbers. The speed rating of 8.4/10 provides enough pace for offensive play while the 8.7/10 control keeps things manageable. This balance makes it suitable for players who attack but value consistency. Available in 2.2mm thickness options. This rubber is best suited for loop attackers who drive heavy topspin, allround players who mix offense and defense.

Specifications

Spin
8.8/10
Speed
8.4/10
Control
8.7/10
HardnessSoft/Medium
Available Thickness2.2mm
Play StylesLoop Attacker, Allround
TypeSmooth (Inverted)

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

  • MOXA sponge for better feel
  • Excellent spin for the price
  • Very lightweight (41-45g cut)
  • Works on both sides

✗ Cons

  • Sponge can tear when removing
  • Not ITTF approved
  • Black version loses tackiness faster

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