Compare the Planet Eclipse EMC and Planet Eclipse Etha 2 side by side: price, specs, firing modes, weight, and maintenance — and see which paintball gun is the better buy for your style of play.
| Planet Eclipse EMC | Planet Eclipse Etha 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Tier | Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
| Typical Price | $380-460 | $230-330 (used) |
| Operation | Pump (EMEK platform) | Electropneumatic spool (Gamma Core) |
| Firing Modes | pump | semi-auto, ramping (PSP/Millennium/NXL) |
| Caliber | .68 | .68 |
| Feed | Magazine / hopper (dual) | Force-fed |
| Air | HPA | HPA |
| Operating Pressure | ~120 psi | ~140 psi |
| Weight | 3 lb | 2 lb |
| Maintenance | Low | Low |
The Planet Eclipse EMC and Planet Eclipse Etha 2 are both mid-range paintball guns, so the choice comes down to how each one fits your game rather than how much you spend. On price, the Planet Eclipse Etha 2 runs roughly $120 less, so budget-first buyers will lean its way. For a higher rate of fire and tournament-style play, the Planet Eclipse Etha 2 pulls ahead with its electronic firing modes, while the Planet Eclipse EMC keeps things simpler and more rugged. At 2 lb the Planet Eclipse Etha 2 is the easier carry over a long day on the field. The Planet Eclipse EMC is built with scenario/milsim pump players and woodsball in mind. The Planet Eclipse Etha 2 is built with first electronic gun and rec/woodsball in mind. Bottom line: the Planet Eclipse Etha 2 is the stronger all-round pick here, especially for a tight budget.