Mathews Zebra Trophy X (2-Cam) vs Vapor Trail VTX Custom Set
A spec-by-spec, CareScore™-driven breakdown of these two compound bowstrings. Every metric is normalised and weighted so the winner is decided by the data.
The verdict
Winner: the Vapor Trail VTX Custom Set — CareScore 50.5 vs 42.1.
The Vapor Trail VTX Custom Set takes this matchup with a CareScore of 50.5, a 8.4-point margin over the Mathews Zebra Trophy X (2-Cam). It pulls ahead most on warranty, build time and color choices. That said, the better buy still depends on how you shoot — check the spec table below for the trade-offs.
| Spec | Mathews Zebra Trophy X (2-Cam) | Vapor Trail VTX Custom Set |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 0 mo | 12 mo |
| Color Choices | 23 colors | 25 colors |
| Street Price | $99.99 | $169.99 |
| String Material | Premium-bcy | Premium-bcy |
| Build Time | 18 days | 9 days |
| Creep / Peep Rotation(ref) | Pre-stretched | Pre-stretched |
| Serving(ref) | — | Premium |
| Made in USA(ref) | Yes | — |
| Specs won | 1 | 3 |
| CareScore | 42.1 | 50.5 |