DHS Power G3 Review: Budget All-Wood OFF+ Blade

By UltraSpin · 2026-07-13 · blade

The DHS Power G3, often shortened to PG3, is a Chinese-made 5-ply all-wood blade aimed at attacking players who loop as their main scoring method. It sits in DHS’s Power-G lineup below the carbon-reinforced Power G7 and above the softer Power G2, and it has built a following among budget-conscious loopers who buy it new for roughly 23 to 25 dollars.

Performance

Across Revspin’s seven user ratings the Power G3 averages 8.2 out of 10 overall, with speed rated 7.9, control 8.4, hardness 6.5 (medium-hard), and consistency 9.2, the highest of the group. Stiffness is rated only 3.0 out of 10, meaning the blade flexes noticeably on hard shots; several reviewers describe a soft, connected hitting feel with modest vibration rather than the stiff snap of a carbon blade. In a detailed MyTableTennis.NET review, a player pairing a PG3-FL with DHS Neo Skyline TG2 and Dlipper 3 found opening loops adequate but counter loops from middle distance to be the blade’s sweet spot, calling far-distance topspin comparable to a 729 V-6 while close-to-table speed trailed carbon-reinforced blades like the 729 F-1. Smashes were described as unremarkable, not as crisp as a Butterfly TB ZLF or the V-6. The koto outer ply lets the blade loop away from the table without losing control, and the large 159mm by 150mm head gives extra margin for error, though several reviewers found the handle small and less comfortable than blades like Viscaria.

What Reviewers Agree (and Disagree) On

Reviewers agree the Power G3 offers strong control, spin, and value for its price, and that its koto-spruce-ayous construction favors looping over flat hitting. They disagree on weight and handle comfort: some call it a bit heavy and the handle too small, especially for larger hands, while others describe it as well balanced. Opinions also split on how it compares to costlier carbon blades like the 729 F-1, with the DHS pulling ahead at mid and far distance but trailing in close-to-table speed and smash crispness.

Who Should Buy It

Best for intermediate all-round attacking players who loop from mid and far distance and want an all-wood OFF+ blade that costs far less than Butterfly’s Viscaria or DHS’s own carbon Power G7. Beginners moving up from allround blades will also find the large head and forgiving flex helpful, though players who prioritize a crisp, stiff smash or a slim handle may prefer a different Power-G variant.

FAQ

What wood veneers does the DHS Power G3 use?

It is a 5-ply all-wood blade: koto outer veneers over a spruce inner ply with an ayous core, according to both Revspin reviews and the official spec sheet listed by retailers such as Lubeihbts.

Is the DHS Power G3 rated OFF or OFF+?

Retailer spec sheets list it as OFF+, and one MyTableTennis.NET reviewer measured an actual in-play rating closer to OFF+ to OFF++, calling it one of the fastest all-wood blades they had tried.

How much does the DHS Power G3 weigh?

DHS lists the blade at 83 grams plus or minus 3 grams; one forum reviewer’s assembled paddle with rubbers weighed 86 grams.

What rubbers pair well with the Power G3?

Forum reviewers used DHS Neo Skyline TG2, Dlipper 3, and Gold Arc 5, all tacky Chinese rubbers that suit the blade’s looping character, and noted it has a good sound with Neo and SGE rubbers.

How does the Power G3 compare to Butterfly’s Viscaria?

One Revspin reviewer suggested trying the PG3 if Viscaria feels too fast to control, and at under 25 dollars new it costs a small fraction of Viscaria’s retail price while staying in a similar OFF+ speed class.

Does the Power G3 come in different handle styles?

Yes, it is sold in FL (flared shakehand) and CS (Chinese penhold) handles; most forum discussion centers on the FL version, while retailers such as Lubeihbts also list a CS pen-hold listing.