Sweets Kendamas Prime V Series
Approximate Price: $20 - $30
Pros:
- Excellent balance and weight distribution
- Sticky paint enhances grip for tricks like stalls and lighthouses
- Durable beechwood construction
- Affordable price point
Cons:
- May wear faster with heavy use due to beechwood's softness
Sweets Kendamas Amped Shape
Approximate Price: $40 - $50
Pros:
- Larger cups facilitate easier catches
- Sticky or Cushion Clear paint provides enhanced grip
- Advanced shape suitable for tricks like lunars and slingers
Cons:
- Slightly higher price point
- May feel bulkier to players accustomed to standard shapes

KROM Pop
Approximate Price: $35 - $40
Pros:
- Great shape for learning new tricks
- Grippy rubberized tama for better control
- High-quality maple wood construction
Cons:
- Less durable compared to premium kendamas