Bauer Nexus E4 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

Bauer$159.99 USD

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is a known quantity from a major brand with Bauer's proven dual-cell blade tech, but you're paying for the name and carrying 65 extra grams. The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter, costs about the same, and gives you way more curve options, but it's a budget brand with minimal warranty info and less documented performance history.

The numbers

Weight

430g

365g65g lighter

Price

US$160

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Curves

3 options

5 options2 more

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

•You want the signature Nexus feel and dual-cell dampening that's actually tested and reviewed
•You trust Bauer's warranty and service network in your area
•The extra 65g doesn't bother you and you prefer a hybrid kick point

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

•Weight is your priority and 365g makes a real difference for your game
•You need five blade patterns to find your exact curve match
•You're willing to take a chance on less-known brand quality to save weight and money

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

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Bauer

Nexus E4

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite

Price

$159.99 USD

$179.99

Brand

Bauer

HockeyStickMan

Year