# What Yo-Yo Shape Is Best For Beginners? **URL:** \ **Category:** Looking for Help/Recommendation\ **Created:** [October 3, 2023, 1:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805 "2023-10-03T01:05:33Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Spaghider](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/spaghider/32/255763_2.png) [@Spaghider](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Spaghider)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 1:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/1 "2023-10-03T01:05:33Z")
I’ve heard of V-Shapes, W-Shapes, H-Shapes, and Organics and their respective pros, but I’ve always wondered which one of the four is the best for beginner-intermediate throwers, especially considering I’m thinking of getting a second, more advanced yo-yo. Any tips or suggestions? All help is appreciated! ---
**Author:** ![mrJames](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mrjames/32/236865_2.png) [@mrJames](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrJames)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 1:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/2 "2023-10-03T01:11:58Z")
Depends on your play style. Are you casual, do you want to compete, are you into string tricks, off-string, etc? ---
**Author:** ![Spaghider](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/spaghider/32/255763_2.png) [@Spaghider](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Spaghider)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 1:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/3 "2023-10-03T01:21:40Z")
Im pretty casual, and I’m interested in string tricks and freehand, does that help? ---
**Author:** ![JosiahR](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/josiahr/32/251027_2.png) [@JosiahR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JosiahR)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 1:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/4 "2023-10-03T01:32:22Z")
And H shape is always a good bet. They naturally have a bit more power and stability and they’re super forgiving to learn on. They’re also fairly easy to manufacture so there are a lot of different options for a fairly inexpensive price. The Yoyofriends short cut is a great example. ---
**Author:** ![GTDropKnot](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/gtdropknot/32/212400_2.png) [@GTDropKnot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GTDropKnot)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 1:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/5 "2023-10-03T01:32:54Z")
Shape doesn’t really matter all thaaaaat much imo I would just get what you think looks sick and fun tbh. V shapes definitely lean more towards a competitive shape but there are v shaped yo-yos that are definitely not competitive yo-yos. There are also some organic ish yo-yos that amazing players use in competitions. It’s kind of not a one card fits all spec like all Yoyo specs really. ---
**Author:** ![mrJames](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mrjames/32/236865_2.png) [@mrJames](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrJames)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 1:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/6 "2023-10-03T01:34:24Z")
Sounds like me, minus the freehand. An organic V might be a good compromise. Depending on the particular model of course, they can be chill but still do about any trick. [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/7/f/6/7f66492f5453d67b128e1610ce23da6298143ba1.jpeg "【ヨーヨー】ゴパ by ヨーヨーリクリエーション / よちむら vs タカツツカサ") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nmab5aQPIGs) ---
**Author:** ![Spaghider](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/spaghider/32/255763_2.png) [@Spaghider](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Spaghider)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 2:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/7 "2023-10-03T02:21:08Z")
Small Follow-Up: Any suggestions for Organic Vs on the cheaper side? Or would the ones in the vid (currently not able to access YT so I haven’t watched it) work? ---
**Author:** ![Captrogers](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/captrogers/32/647012_2.png) [@Captrogers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Captrogers)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 2:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/8 "2023-10-03T02:21:32Z")
I’m with Henry on this it’s more how the yoyo uses rim weight and center weight than what material or shape and really the players skill is more a factor than anything. in the end you can be as successful on a viby replay as you can be on a miracle. With that said look for a yoyo that boasts stability as plane control is hardest to master and you can get away with learning the tricks with a more forgiving throw and refining them as you go. ---
**Author:** ![mrJames](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mrjames/32/236865_2.png) [@mrJames](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrJames)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 2:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/9 "2023-10-03T02:53:31Z")
To name a few: Shuriken . Roppo One Drop . Still Rollin’ Rain City . Ouroboros Reticulated . Death Adder v2 Mk1 . Unicorn I really, _really_ like the Unicorn. I got one “loose” off the company website. Easily worth the $60 paid. The Death Adder is right up there with it in my top ten, but it’s $15 more than the Unicorn. Both are bimetal, very stable, and _very_ smooth. ---
**Author:** ![Captrogers](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/captrogers/32/647012_2.png) [@Captrogers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Captrogers)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 3:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/10 "2023-10-03T03:01:12Z")
I like most of those yo-yos but honestly I would almost say get a yyf sugar for a stable throw of go for a Duncan gtx grasshopper if you got that bi metal money. I’m not sure I put any recent OD in my stable yoyo bucket even if I like them. Hell most intermediate friendly yoyo I can think of is the RCS yonami code ---
**Author:** ![mrJames](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mrjames/32/236865_2.png) [@mrJames](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrJames)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 3:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/11 "2023-10-03T03:08:25Z")
Y’know, I really wasn’t into the Still Rollin’ but every time I see it the thing grows on me just a little more. 😑 ---
**Author:** ![bheinz63](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bheinz63/32/137310_2.png) [@bheinz63](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bheinz63)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 3:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/12 "2023-10-03T03:21:11Z")
I think something H or W shaped would be awesome. Either the Yoyofriends Shortcut or Paragraph would be incredible yoyos for beginners. Great performance, smooth spin, and best of all $30-34. Pick which one has the shape you like and/or colors you like and you’ll probably be happy. I love both those yoyos and highly recommend either one. They punch way above their price point. ---
**Author:** ![Slestak75](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/slestak75/32/212315_2.png) [@Slestak75](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Slestak75)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 2:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/13 "2023-10-03T14:34:49Z")
Just curious. Would this be considered an organic V? Because, if so, I can say that organic V propelled my love of unresponsive play to new heights. ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/a/b/5/ab585b8ec72643587a2456c6206493b953f31e89.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![mrJames](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mrjames/32/236865_2.png) [@mrJames](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrJames)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 2:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/15 "2023-10-03T14:53:19Z")
Yup, that is an organic V. Basically, an organic hybrid is whatever shape but with softer, rounded edges. ---
**Author:** ![Captrogers](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/captrogers/32/647012_2.png) [@Captrogers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Captrogers)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 2:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/16 "2023-10-03T14:55:17Z")
I too love my general yo Ministar. ---
**Author:** ![LX\_Emergency](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/lx_emergency/32/149227_2.png) [@LX\_Emergency](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LX_Emergency)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 2:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/17 "2023-10-03T14:55:19Z")
I don’t think shape matters to a beginner. ---
**Author:** ![Shapapy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/shapapy/32/141199_2.png) [@Shapapy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Shapapy)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2023, 6:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/18 "2023-10-03T18:21:32Z")
Depends on how much of beginner you are… > [@Spaghider](#): > > Im pretty casual, and I’m interested in string tricks and freehand, does that help? It sounds like you’re still playing responsive? If you’re going for string tricks and want to keep playing responsive, any modern plastic will do you right. Consider the Duncan Freehand One, Recess First Base, iYoyo Shooting Star… Something in that realm. The FH1 also comes with a counterweight. If you want to get a little more advanced and delve into unresponsive play, some plastics like the FB and SS come with a responsive and unresponsive bearing. You can also get a decent monometal for like $30 now. So, you could get something like the Yoyofriends Paragraph or Shortcut and be good to go no matter how skilled you become. I also recommend just searching the store for ones you like the look and shape of and get something that speaks to you. If it’s nice and pretty you’ll be likely to pick it up more often, which equates to more practicing. ---
**Author:** ![Abyss](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/abyss/32/230230_2.png) [@Abyss](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Abyss)\ **Post date:** [October 5, 2023, 2:56am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/19 "2023-10-05T02:56:56Z")
yoyo with wide shape like yonami code are marketed for begginers 🤷‍♂️ ---
**Author:** ![Throwhand1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/3e96dc/32.png) [@Throwhand1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Throwhand1)\ **Post date:** [October 5, 2023, 3:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/20 "2023-10-05T03:17:34Z")
Most beginner yoyos are typically H shaped anyway, so that should say a lot! Yes, H shaped yoyos are generally more stable and reduce string drag on the bearing with added steps around the sides or wider walls. It’s easier to learn on and doesn’t tilt as easily as O or V shapes. W shapes are pretty rare but are also pretty stable (wedge, edge, etc.) ---
**Author:** ![KirbyRobot](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/kirbyrobot/32/608292_2.png) [@KirbyRobot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KirbyRobot)\ **Post date:** [October 5, 2023, 3:44am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805/21 "2023-10-05T03:44:17Z")
Please avoid truly organic yoyos as a beginner. Their shape and weight distribution tend to be punishing, and as a beginner, you don’t need a yoyo to punish you for having less than adequate technique. It’s not really so much the shape that I’d say is important and more the specific _yoyo_ though. For absolute beginner stuff consider: Yotricks Sage Recess First Base YoyoFactory Arrow iYoYo Shooting Star Yoyofriends AoE MagicYoyo Crystal K2P For the next step stuff consider: C3 Cyber Crash 2 C3 Laevateinn Topyo Colossus V Topyo Colossus VI Topyo Colossus VI Max Yoyofriends Shortcut (or Paragraph) Throwback Winter Solstice Throwback Summer Solstice [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yo-yo-shape-is-best-for-beginners/385805.md?page=2)