Loki Kirin K5 Review
A Tensor sheet at 2.1mm sponge thickness. Loki rates it an Intermediate, Offensive rubber — best suited to players with an attacking game built around generating your own power.
Sheet construction and manufacturer ratings
| Rubber type | Tensor |
|---|---|
| Sponge hardness | A37 |
| Sponge thickness | 2.1mm |
| Colours available | Black, Red |
| Speed / Spin / Control | 13.5 / 8.5 / 10 (Loki’s 1–15 manufacturer scale) |
| Playing style | Offensive |
| Player level | Intermediate |
| ITTF status | Approved |
| Price | £25.99 |
Intermediate level, Offensive style
Good fit if you
- Are a club or league player who already has a consistent stroke and wants more from their equipment.
- Play an attacking game built around generating your own power.
Look elsewhere if you
- Already generate significant power yourself — see the alternatives below for a harder, faster sheet.
A blade that suits this rubber
Loki’s own cross-sell pairing for Kirin K5.
If Kirin K5 isn’t the right sheet
Loki’s own related picks within the range.
Common questions
Is the Loki Kirin K5 ITTF approved?
Yes. Every Loki rubber holds ITTF approval on the List of Authorised Racket Coverings, so it’s legal for Table Tennis England and ITTF-sanctioned league and tournament play.
What level of player is Kirin K5 for?
Loki rates it an Intermediate, Offensive rubber, best suited to players with an attacking game built around generating your own power.
What blade pairs well with Kirin K5?
Loki’s own pairing suggests the Kirin K5 Pro Outer or the Kirin K5 Pro Inner. See the Pair It With section above for live pricing.
How much does the Loki Kirin K5 cost?
£25.99 at the time of writing, read live from the shop so this always matches what you’d pay at checkout. See the product page to buy.
Not sure this is the right rubber?
Compare it against every other sheet in the range, or build a complete bat in the Racket Configurator.