Prince Genesis Power 200 Squash Racket Review & Buying Guide (India)
A buying guide to the Prince Genesis Power 200 squash racket in India \u2014 what a power frame does for your length, who should buy it, and the cheaper alternatives.
Prince Genesis Power 200 squash racket review: who should buy it at ₹4,354?
The Prince Genesis Power 200 Squash Racket sits at ₹4,354 — the point where an Indian club player stops buying "a squash racket" and starts buying a frame with a deliberate playing character. The name tells you the intent: this is a power-oriented racket, not a control specialist.
Here is what that actually means on court, and who should buy something else instead.
What the Genesis Power 200 is built to do
Power frames in squash share a recipe: a slightly head-heavier balance, a more open string pattern, and a larger sweet spot. The result is a racket that generates depth for you. Drive it from the back corner and the ball goes long without you having to swing hard — which matters more than it sounds, because most club-level rallies in India are lost by short lengths that sit up for the opponent.
The trade-off is at the front of the court. A head-heavier frame is slightly slower to manoeuvre for tight drops and quick volley exchanges at the T.
Who it suits
- Improving club players who can hit a rally but struggle to get consistent length to the back wall.
- Players with a compact swing — anyone coming from badminton or tennis with a shorter action gets meaningful free depth.
- Doubles and social players who want forgiveness on off-centre hits.
Who should look elsewhere
If your game is built on deception, drops and volleying at the T, a head-light control frame will serve you better. And if you are genuinely new to squash, spend less: the Prince Power Beast 150 ST Squash Racket at ₹2,339 or the Prince Power Beast 150 at ₹2,999 give you the same broad character for less money, and beginners break frames.
At the other end, the Prince Contra Touch 300 Squash Racket at ₹5,699 is the touch-oriented alternative for players whose game lives at the front.
The Prince squash range compared
| Racket | Price | Character | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Beast 150 ST | ₹2,339 | Power, forgiving | First racket |
| Power Beast 150 | ₹2,999 | Power | Casual to club |
| Genesis Power 200 | ₹4,354 | Power, larger sweet spot | Improving club player |
| Contra Touch 300 | ₹5,699 | Touch and control | Front-court, deceptive game |
Setting it up properly
Two things decide whether a power frame feels good or feels wild.
String tension. Higher tension adds control and costs power; lower tension does the reverse. On a power frame like this, most club players are better served near the upper end of the recommended range, because the frame is already giving you depth. Ask your stringer to go a little tighter than default rather than looser.
Grip. Squash grips die fast in Indian humidity. Replace the towel or synthetic overgrip when it stops feeling tacky, not when it looks bad. A slipping grip makes you squeeze, and squeezing is what causes forearm fatigue and, over time, elbow discomfort.
Practical ownership notes
Squash rackets die from wall contact, not from play. The frames that survive are the ones with an edge-protection strip that gets replaced when it wears through. Check yours every few weeks. And keep the racket out of a car boot — heat softens the resin in graphite frames and permanently changes the feel.
Verdict
At ₹4,354 the Prince Genesis Power 200 is a well-judged buy for the Indian club player who has stopped being a beginner but has not yet developed a full swing. It buys you length. If your problem is touch rather than depth, spend the same money on a control frame instead.
Shop the gear
- Prince Genesis Power 200 Squash Racket — ₹4,354
- Prince Power Beast 150 ST Squash Racket — ₹2,339
- Prince Power Beast 150 Squash Racket — ₹2,999
- Prince Contra Touch 300 Squash Racket — ₹5,699
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Prince Genesis Power 200 good for beginners?
It is forgiving, but at ₹4,354 it is more racket than a true beginner needs. The Prince Power Beast 150 ST at ₹2,339 has a similar power character for less, which matters because beginners crack frames against the wall.
What string tension suits a power squash racket?
Toward the higher end of the manufacturer's recommended range. A power-oriented frame already supplies depth, so tighter stringing buys back control without leaving you short at the back wall.
Power or control squash racket — which should I buy?
Choose power if you struggle to get the ball consistently to the back wall or have a compact swing. Choose control if your game is built on drops, volleys and deception at the front of the court.
