Compare the Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) 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 EMF100 (EMEK MG100) | Planet Eclipse Etha 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Tier | Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
| Typical Price | $300-380 | $230-330 (used) |
| Operation | Mechanical spool (Gamma Core, mech) | Electropneumatic spool (Gamma Core) |
| Firing Modes | semi-auto | semi-auto, ramping (PSP/Millennium/NXL) |
| Caliber | .68 | .68 |
| Feed | Magazine (PAL/dual-feed options) | Force-fed |
| Air | HPA | HPA |
| Operating Pressure | ~120 psi | ~140 psi |
| Weight | 2.6 lb | 2 lb |
| Maintenance | Low | Low |
The Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) 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 $50 less, so budget-first buyers will lean its way. Both fire electronically, but the Planet Eclipse Etha 2 offers more firing modes for dialing in your rate of fire. At 2 lb the Planet Eclipse Etha 2 is the easier carry over a long day on the field. The Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) is built with magfed players wanting reliability and scenario 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.