I’d say it is a good idea to own a “strong” or pure example of each basic shape.
I’m very partial to strong H shapes myself!
Beyond shape, there is
- weight
- diameter
- weight distribution
- material (POM, 6061, 7075, 7068, Ti, bimetal)
… all of which can have a huge effect on play.
And most yoyos are combinations of the above shapes anyway. I personally feel one of the reasons the Shutter works so well (though IMHO the Wide Angle Shutter is better still) is that it’s such a pleasing hybrid of all the WHOV shapes at once:
I’d also say the “bell” shape has become quite prevalent, another hybrid shape that plays reliably great, a little O, a little W, a little V…
