# Yo-Yo Reviews **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) --- ## [About the Yo-Yo Reviews category](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/about-the-yo-yo-reviews-category/12)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2018, 1:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/about-the-yo-yo-reviews-category/12 "2018-05-24T13:43:01Z")
Any reviews posted may be used on the YoYoExpert site or in the YoYoExpert newsletter. --- ## [How to Post a Quality yo-yo Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-post-a-quality-yo-yo-review/711)
**Author:** [@Mitchell](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mitchell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2010, 1:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-post-a-quality-yo-yo-review/711 "2010-12-18T01:12:11Z")
MODERATOR UPDATE: I Cleaned up this sticky, and merged topics. Instructional Stickies should be limited to only a few posts - DrYoYo So, you want to post a yo-yo review? Well first, you need to know how to write it and … --- ## [Non-Video Gingie Reviews & Tierlist](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/non-video-gingie-reviews-tierlist/366551)
**Author:** [@KirbyRobot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KirbyRobot)\ **Replies:** 468\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 3:56am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/non-video-gingie-reviews-tierlist/366551 "2026-09-21T03:56:34Z")
Hi! I’m Gingie and I make review videos a lot. I don’t always have time to make a video review for a yoyo, but I still have something I wanna say. If you see a yoyo get a written review over a video review, it doesn’t me… --- ## [Thoughts on UNPRLD Cognizance](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/thoughts-on-unprld-cognizance/453579)
**Author:** [@cviavi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cviavi)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 3:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/thoughts-on-unprld-cognizance/453579 "2026-09-21T03:11:31Z")
So far I have only tried the Seiji by UNPRLD and want to get another UNPRLD yoyo for competition. My two main candidates are either Cognizance or possibly Aftermath, would love to hear your thoughts on these --- ## [Canopy 3D reviews?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/canopy-3d-reviews/453448)
**Author:** [@wsobchak](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/wsobchak)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 11:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/canopy-3d-reviews/453448 "2026-09-18T11:58:19Z")
Anyone try one of these? I think they look really cool. Wondering how they feel compared to similar priced plastics like a Speedaholic XX. --- ## [Legacy Peak vs First Run Peak](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/legacy-peak-vs-first-run-peak/449439)
**Author:** [@Will](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Will)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 11:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/legacy-peak-vs-first-run-peak/449439 "2026-09-15T11:05:34Z")
I was recently lucky enough to pick up a legacy peak, and was even luckier to pick up a first run 28 stories peak a few years back. I thought a few people might enjoy a comparison between the two, so here it is. If you h… --- ## [TP Hades vs ASTer Comparison](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tp-hades-vs-aster-comparison/453270)
**Author:** [@cviavi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cviavi)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 3:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tp-hades-vs-aster-comparison/453270 "2026-09-14T15:45:00Z")
So I recently got a TP Hades and I like it a lot so far (Stability and spintime are perfect for me) but my only issue is the lack of maneuverability on it. Therefore, which of these three would you recommend? : ASTer, MS… --- ## [Should I get the Shutter in 2026?😮🤔🪀⁉️](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-get-the-shutter-in-2026/450881)
**Author:** [@walt505](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/walt505)\ **Replies:** 94\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 1:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-get-the-shutter-in-2026/450881 "2026-09-14T13:27:31Z")
I need to know what monumental yoyo would be great for 2026 like the shutter or any other options. --- ## [Yoyofriends Intercut Overview](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-intercut-overview/453045)
**Author:** [@Mazdarx7FD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mazdarx7FD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-intercut-overview/453045 "2026-09-11T15:21:54Z")
Yoyofriends Intercut will be available at yoyoexpert soon! --- ## [Alex's video reviews: Atmos Lamina, Alpha and Beta versions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alexs-video-reviews-atmos-lamina-alpha-and-beta-versions/365797)
**Author:** [@LX\_Emergency](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LX_Emergency)\ **Replies:** 98\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 2:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alexs-video-reviews-atmos-lamina-alpha-and-beta-versions/365797 "2026-09-09T14:08:05Z")
Enjoy! Constructive criticism is always welcome. --- ## [My Quick Thoughts On The Legacy Peak](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-quick-thoughts-on-the-legacy-peak/452613)
**Author:** [@Juiccetin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Juiccetin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 6:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-quick-thoughts-on-the-legacy-peak/452613 "2026-09-04T18:10:51Z")
The Legacy Peak is pretty much exactly what I wanted. It is old school, floaty, and has all the character I would want from an OG Peak. More importantly, it actually feels like a Peak. What I like most is how floaty … --- ## [Arata String Recommendation](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/arata-string-recommendation/452001)
**Author:** [@cviavi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cviavi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 4:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/arata-string-recommendation/452001 "2026-09-02T16:04:59Z")
Hello everyone, I currently use these bulk strings: OT Fat, Kitty Fat, and Sochi Fat. How does a HKMT equipment Arata String compare with these? My favourite string I have tried up to date is OT Fat or Normal Thank you … --- ## [Thoughts on SUS YOYO MECHANICS](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/thoughts-on-sus-yoyo-mechanics/350034)
**Author:** [@yoyojoe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojoe)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2026, 6:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/thoughts-on-sus-yoyo-mechanics/350034 "2026-08-30T18:49:26Z")
I just wanted to hear what people thought about sus yoyos? Looking for thoughts on essence, JDS shutter, or any of their other stuff. --- ## [ASTer or Hades for 1a](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aster-or-hades-for-1a/451574)
**Author:** [@cviavi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cviavi)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 2:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aster-or-hades-for-1a/451574 "2026-08-29T14:08:55Z")
Hello everyone, would love to hear your thoughts on these. I am looking for a good competitive yoyo with stability and versatility for many styles of tricks --- ## [Incompetent Beginner](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/incompetent-beginner/451705)
**Author:** [@Super](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Super)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 4:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/incompetent-beginner/451705 "2026-08-28T16:14:26Z")
I want to get into yoyoing, but I only own a duncan butterfly and it’s getting boring throwing around a yoyo that doesn’t sleep. Any recommendations for starter yoyos and equipment? Additionally, how often do the one dro… --- ## [Best Bi-metal?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-bi-metal/444542)
**Author:** [@Yoyofroyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyofroyo)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 5:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-bi-metal/444542 "2026-08-26T05:15:43Z")
I’ve been looking for the best bi-Metal yoyo and was wondering what your opinions were. As I was looking at other posts along this line I noticed that most were pretty out dated so I decided to start a new one. I’m fairl… --- ## [Anceps bloom vs savage?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anceps-bloom-vs-savage/451576)
**Author:** [@Herelieslewi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Herelieslewi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 3:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anceps-bloom-vs-savage/451576 "2026-08-25T15:12:42Z")
Anyone able to compare the 2m i have a savage, wanna know if the Anceps Bloom plays similar. :eyes: --- ## [DAMN… The Honeypot is SWEET! 🍯🐝](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/damn-the-honeypot-is-sweet/451381)
**Author:** [@Xanadu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Xanadu)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/damn-the-honeypot-is-sweet/451381 "2026-08-22T14:18:31Z")
For the past 5 years, I have mostly focused on 0A and fixed-axle yoyos. I have a pretty extensive and diverse unresponsive collection (~60+ yoyos) but they just weren’t doing it for me lately and I had mostly set those a… --- ## [Any infos about this yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-infos-about-this-yoyo/451143)
**Author:** [@Tizze](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Tizze)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 1:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-infos-about-this-yoyo/451143 "2026-08-19T13:24:04Z")
So a couple of years ago i got this yoyo. It got sold to me as a Duncan Hurricane but i cant find anything on it online. I think i got it with a Dark magic 2, so its maybe roughly from the same time? It uses a c-bearing … --- ## [YoyoRecreation 2026](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyorecreation-2026/447530)
**Author:** [@phenom](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phenom)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2026, 9:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyorecreation-2026/447530 "2026-08-15T21:27:50Z")
Hi, I’m researching about YYR Almighty, Nir, MN Autoscopy, Chobi Gorilla and Monotone. I just discovered YoyoRecreation and I wonder if are those (still?) made in Japan? --- ## [Brokenyoyos Sumo proto-light: impressions, considerations, reasonings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/brokenyoyos-sumo-proto-light-impressions-considerations-reasonings/317175)
**Author:** [@persson](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/persson)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2026, 6:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/brokenyoyos-sumo-proto-light-impressions-considerations-reasonings/317175 "2026-08-08T18:02:35Z")
After a few days of use I would like to answer in more detail the question of @yoyojoe and the interest of @fourcorner and @twitch77 . Sumo is a high quality yoyo marketed in 2007 by the Italian company Brokenyoyos. Ac… --- ## [Yoyofriends Coalescence Overview](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-coalescence-overview/450639)
**Author:** [@Mazdarx7FD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mazdarx7FD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2026, 5:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-coalescence-overview/450639 "2026-08-08T17:39:18Z")
--- ## [Do you know the specs of this YYF Supernova Raw?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-you-know-the-specs-of-this-yyf-supernova-raw/449891)
**Author:** [@phenom](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phenom)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 11:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-you-know-the-specs-of-this-yyf-supernova-raw/449891 "2026-07-29T11:24:45Z")
Hi, I recently bought this Supernova. One of my friends told me that is 7075, before 2013 and American made. But I couldn’t find any reliable information or photo online so wanted to ask here. I apologise in advance if… --- ## [Yoyofriends Pacer Overview](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-pacer-overview/449553)
**Author:** [@Mazdarx7FD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mazdarx7FD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 3:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-pacer-overview/449553 "2026-07-23T15:59:36Z")
--- ## [Looking for recommendations for my first real yoyo with Side Effects](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-recommendations-for-my-first-real-yoyo-with-side-effects/449330)
**Author:** [@The\_Abyss](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/The_Abyss)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 4:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-recommendations-for-my-first-real-yoyo-with-side-effects/449330 "2026-07-22T04:50:53Z")
Yes we all know I love undersized yoyos… so I’m want to stick around that. They’re the most fun and easy to throw. Anywhere around 53 diam or less. I doubt there are undersized bimetals with SE’s, but if so I’d be very e… --- ## [Ben's Alphabetacular Yoyo Reviews: Wicked Yoyos Snowangel](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bens-alphabetacular-yoyo-reviews-wicked-yoyos-snowangel/449365)
**Author:** [@Benthrowsyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Benthrowsyoyo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 4:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bens-alphabetacular-yoyo-reviews-wicked-yoyos-snowangel/449365 "2026-07-20T16:49:18Z")
This review is of a more timely yoyo I got from nats from a fellow small company run by a pal of mine, Owen @Prelaunch37. If you aren’t going to support Pop! either support his brand, Wicked Yoyos, or Dreamcraft. Sno… --- ## [Ben's Alphabetacular Yoyo Review: C3 Socius](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bens-alphabetacular-yoyo-review-c3-socius/449139)
**Author:** [@Benthrowsyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Benthrowsyoyo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 2:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bens-alphabetacular-yoyo-review-c3-socius/449139 "2026-07-17T02:19:24Z")
You like reading reviews about yoyos that have been out for 4 years already? Me too. You ever play with a yoyo that is just nice overall? Nothing particularly special one direction or the other, it just kinda checks … --- ## [Yoyofriends Tranquility Overview](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-tranquility-overview/449149)
**Author:** [@Mazdarx7FD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mazdarx7FD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 8:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-tranquility-overview/449149 "2026-07-16T20:29:29Z")
--- ## [Looking to buy more undersized but need help finding what's out there](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-to-buy-more-undersized-but-need-help-finding-whats-out-there/448152)
**Author:** [@Bznalcapone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bznalcapone)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2026, 8:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-to-buy-more-undersized-but-need-help-finding-whats-out-there/448152 "2026-07-01T20:17:59Z")
Okay folks. I need a little favor after my vacation. I’m looking for more undersized yo-yos now I need from you guys. What yo-yos that you have that are undersized. What I mean by that is I would like for you to tell me … --- ## [Looking for pretty loopers and responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-pretty-loopers-and-responsive/447976)
**Author:** [@The\_Abyss](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/The_Abyss)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2026, 8:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-pretty-loopers-and-responsive/447976 "2026-06-26T20:21:22Z")
So I got paid, and I want to get some stuff I don’t have. I am looking for a good looper (which most importantly) I want variety/good aesthetics!! If I can halfswap, so be it, but I would prefer blue/yellow most. I also … [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=1)