Compare the Planet Eclipse Etha 2 and WGP Autococker (classic) 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 Etha 2 | WGP Autococker (classic) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Tier | Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
| Typical Price | $230-330 (used) | $150-600 (used) |
| Operation | Electropneumatic spool (Gamma Core) | Mechanical/pump Autococker (pneumatic timing) |
| Firing Modes | semi-auto, ramping (PSP/Millennium/NXL) | pump, semi-auto (mechanical) |
| Caliber | .68 | .68 |
| Feed | Force-fed | Vertical / power feed |
| Air | HPA | HPA/CO2 |
| Operating Pressure | ~140 psi | ~250-300 psi |
| Weight | 2 lb | 2.8 lb |
| Maintenance | Low | High |
The Planet Eclipse Etha 2 and WGP Autococker (classic) 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 $95 less, so budget-first buyers will lean its way. Players who want less upkeep should look at the Planet Eclipse Etha 2, 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 Etha 2 is the easier carry over a long day on the field. 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.