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Yonex Astrox 88 Play

Aggressive attacking play with steep smashes

Yonex Astrox Verified spec
Best for Beginner-Intermediate Power / Attack

BadmintonLabs TakeMedium-flex, head-heavy power frame — puts mass behind the smash. A light 4U build, strung up to 28 lb.

Community verdict ★ 4.0 (48) Entry Astrox 88 — the 88-series feel in a forgiving beginner frame.
What makes it special
  • Slim Shaft — Yonex's slim shaft for aerodynamic efficiency.
  • ISOMETRIC — Square head shape, larger sweet spot than oval frames.
  • Rotational Generator System — Counter-balance through grip + frame top + T-joint for smoother smash transitions.
Quick compare: vs closest matches vs Astrox family

Specifications

Variant
Play
Item code
3AX88-PL
Flex
Medium
Balance
Head Heavy
Weight
4U (83g)
Durability
Average
Grip sizes
G4, G5
Price band
$$$$$ $50–100
String tension
20-28 lbs
Color
White / Blue
Skill level
Beginner-Intermediate
Play style
Power / Attack
BALANCE Head Heavy FLEX Medium WEIGHT 4U (83g) BALANCE HEAD-LIGHT HEAD-HEAVY FLEX / FEEL FLEX STIFF
Frame profile · Yonex Astrox 88 Play
illustration reflects balance & flex; not a product photo
Flex3.0Balance4.0Weight3.0Feel3.5Head-heavy3.5
Trait radar · Yonex Astrox 88 Play
each axis 1–5 from Yonex brand specs
FLEXBALANCEWEIGHTFEELHEAD-HEAVY
Trait bars · Yonex Astrox 88 Play

Technologies

ISOMETRIC Rotational Generator System AERO+BOX Frame Slim Shaft
  • ISOMETRIC. Square head shape, larger sweet spot than oval frames.
  • Rotational Generator System. Counter-balance through grip + frame top + T-joint for smoother smash transitions.
  • AERO+BOX Frame. Hybrid aero/box frame for power-and-control balance. Most Astrox / Nanoflare 800.
  • Slim Shaft. Yonex's slim shaft for aerodynamic efficiency.

What do these mean? See the Yonex technology reference →

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