Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC Table Tennis Blade Review & Buying Guide (India)
A full India-first review of the Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC table tennis blade at ₹27,199 — specs, feel and who should actually buy it.
Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC table tennis blade review: elite speed at ₹27,199
The Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC is one of the most serious table tennis blades you can buy, and at ₹27,199 (down from ₹49,799) it is priced like it. This is not a blade for a beginner shopping for a first bat — it is a high-end tool built around Butterfly's Super ZL-Carbon for advanced attackers who already have the technique to use it. Here is an honest look at who the Super ZLC is really for.
Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC: specifications
| Construction | 5 wood plies + 2 Super ZL-Carbon plies |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 90g |
| Blade thickness | Approx. 5.6mm |
| Speed | Very fast — the quickest in the Fan Zhendong series |
| Best for | Advanced attacking players with strong technique |
| Price | ₹27,199 (MRP ₹49,799) |
How does the Super ZLC play?
Super ZL-Carbon is a high-density weave of carbon and ZL fibre, and it gives this blade its two defining traits: speed and a large, stable sweet spot. It is the fastest blade in the Fan Zhendong line, yet reviewers consistently note that it holds the ball deeply on hard hits — the dwell time is long for something this quick, which is what lets a skilled player brush heavy spin rather than just flatten the ball. It is stiff, with only small flex on medium loops, stiffening further under a full power loop.
The practical result is enormous quality on offer — fast, spinny, penetrating shots with real stability — provided you supply clean, committed technique. This is not a forgiving blade. On a mistimed stroke it will not bail you out, and its speed can run away from a player who is still developing consistency.
Who should buy the Fan Zhendong Super ZLC?
Advanced, offensive players who train regularly and want a top-tier blade for spin-oriented, quality-over-power attacking table tennis. If you are looping and counter-looping in matches and your technique is sound, this blade rewards you. If you are a beginner or improver, it will not — and there are far better ways to spend ₹27,000 at your stage.
How does it compare to the rest of the Fan Zhendong range?
The Super ZLC sits at the top. If it is beyond your budget or level, the same family offers gentler, cheaper steps: the Fan Zhendong Super ALC (₹18,999) and Fan Zhendong ZLC (₹19,099) are more forgiving, while the classic Butterfly Viscaria (₹12,200) remains one of the most popular attacking blades in the world for good reason.
Verdict
The Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC is an elite attacking blade that delivers exceptional speed, spin and stability to players who can drive it. At ₹27,199 it is a considered purchase for a committed, advanced attacker — not a first blade, and not a shortcut to a better game. Match your level to the blade honestly: buy this when your technique has earned it, and step down the Fan Zhendong range if it has not yet.
Shop the gear
- Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC — ₹27,199
- Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ALC Table Tennis Blade — ₹18,999
- Butterfly Fan Zhendong ZLC — ₹19,099
- Butterfly Viscaria Table Tennis Blade — ₹12,200
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Butterfly Fan Zhendong Super ZLC good for beginners?
No. It is a very fast, stiff, high-end blade built for advanced attackers with strong technique. Beginners will find it unforgiving and are far better served by an affordable all-round blade.
What makes the Super ZLC different from the ALC and ZLC versions?
The Super ZLC uses Super ZL-Carbon, a denser carbon and ZL-fibre weave, making it the fastest and stiffest in the Fan Zhendong series with a large, stable sweet spot. The ALC and ZLC versions are more forgiving and cheaper.
Is the Fan Zhendong Super ZLC worth ₹27,199?
For a committed advanced attacker with the technique to use it, yes — it delivers elite speed, spin and stability. For a beginner or improver it is not worth it; a cheaper blade in the same range is the smarter buy at that stage.