Compare the Inception Designs Autococker (custom) and Planet Eclipse CS3 side by side: price, specs, firing modes, weight, and maintenance — and see which paintball gun is the better buy for your style of play.
| Inception Designs Autococker (custom) | Planet Eclipse CS3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Tier | Premium | Premium |
| Typical Price | $900-2000+ | $1400-1600 |
| Operation | Mechanical Autococker (pneumatic timing) | Electropneumatic spool (Gamma Core) |
| Firing Modes | semi-auto (mechanical), pump (convertible) | semi-auto, ramping (all) |
| Caliber | .68 | .68 |
| Feed | Force-fed / stick feed | Force-fed |
| Air | HPA | HPA |
| Operating Pressure | ~200-250 psi | ~140 psi |
| Weight | 2.6 lb | 2 lb |
| Maintenance | High | Low |
The Inception Designs Autococker (custom) and Planet Eclipse CS3 are both premium paintball guns, so the choice comes down to how each one fits your game rather than how much you spend. On price, the Inception Designs Autococker (custom) runs roughly $500 less, so budget-first buyers will lean its way. Players who want less upkeep should look at the Planet Eclipse CS3, which rates low on maintenance and asks less of you between games. Both run electronic firing modes, so trigger feel and board tuning matter more here than the spec sheet. At 2 lb the Planet Eclipse CS3 is the easier carry over a long day on the field. The Inception Designs Autococker (custom) is built with collectors and mechanical/pump enthusiasts in mind. Bottom line: pick the Inception Designs Autococker (custom) for a tight budget, or the Planet Eclipse CS3 for all-day comfort.