Best Pickleball Paddle Reviews and Comprehensive Buying Guides by Matt

The Chorus Shapeshifter EX, HX, and SX paddles are designed for players who prioritize control, spin, and versatility. In this review, we break down their performance, technology, and best use cases to help you find the paddle that’s right for your game.

The Chorus Fire paddles (EX, HX, SX) are for players who love to tweak and experiment. While stock performance is stiff and unforgiving, proper weighting transforms these paddles into powerful, stable options with larger sweet spots. Learn how to optimize them for your game and save 10% with code MPB.

Discover the Neonic Flow Prime X paddle! This 16mm hybrid paddle offers unmatched versatility, balancing power, control, and spin for all-court play. Read our in-depth review.

This review covers the Vatic Pro Saga Flash and V7 paddles, highlighting their Gen 1.5 construction, 16mm thickness, and durable honeycomb core. These paddles deliver exceptional balance, control, and power, making them ideal for players of various styles and skill levels. Learn more about their performance, design, and value!

Discover the Neonic Flare Prime X 14mm pickleball paddle, a power-oriented paddle designed for stability and control. Learn how its 14mm core, balanced weighting, and large sweet spot deliver consistent, controlled shots—perfect for intermediate to advanced players.

Discover how the Maverix Havik-15 Pro and All-Court paddles perform, with a unique blend of Kevlar-carbon construction, thermoformed design, and standout aesthetics. Promising a mix of power, control, and style, are these paddles worth the investment for serious players, or are they better suited to recreational play?

The Pickleball Apes Pulse series—including the Pulse V, Pulse S, and Pulse E—offers players a versatile paddle lineup with advanced construction, impressive durability, and a unique break-in effect that boosts power and feel. Dive into the full review to discover which model is right for your game style, and use code MPB for a 10% discount on your purchase!

Discover the Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C 12.7mm and 14.3mm paddles, designed in collaboration with Andrea Koop. Offering a larger sweet spot for added forgiveness, these paddles deliver a perfect blend of power and control. Whether you’re a power-hitter or a finesse player, find out which model is right for you in my detailed review.

Get a first look at the Invader 16mm Pickleball Paddle launching on November 29, 2024. Discover its specs, hybrid design, fiberglass layer for added pop, and more. Full review coming soon!

The Spartus Olympus 14mm pickleball paddle combines cutting-edge technology with balanced performance, making it a top choice for aggressive intermediate to advanced players. Featuring the Ascension Core™ for a dense, controlled feel and a textured Toray T700 carbon fiber face for exceptional spin, this paddle excels in power, precision, and durability. Perfect for hand battles, spin-heavy strategies, and versatile all-court play, the Olympus is a reliable and rewarding investment for players seeking to elevate their game.

The "Filth" is a high-performance thermoformed pickleball paddle that has been carefully crafted with the same raw T-700 carbon fiber face that is found in the best power-focused paddles on the market.

The CTRL 1 Forza paddles are made with aramid fiber, an innovative material known for its durability and impact resistance. If you decide to buy, please use my code MPB (Volair doesn't honor affiliate link purchases).

The CTRL 2 Forza paddles are made with aramid fiber, an innovative material known for its durability and impact resistance. If you decide to buy, please use my code MPB (Volair doesn't honor affiliate link purchases).

The Sapphire model was designed for players looking to combine power and control in a lighter-weight paddle. Six Zero improved upon the original design and updated to a raw carbon face and a fully thermoformed production process with carbon fusion edge technology.

Inspired by the competitive roar of Tyson McGuffin, the Magnus 3S 16mm pickleball paddle matches the electrifying style of its namesake. As the game of pickleball continues its rapid evolution, JOOLA’s innovative paddle designers have created a series of paddles engineered for unparalleled solidity, stability, and strength.

The Anna Bright Scorpeus 3S 14mm pickleball paddle is the signature paddle of one the top female professionals in the game today. Designed for performance and to cater to those lightning-fast hand battles, the strength of this paddle lies inside a new and improved 3S core that has been combined with JOOLA’s existing Propulsion Core technology, with the results giving you enhanced shot power without sacrificing control.

The Ben Johns Hyperion 3S 16mm paddle receives a 3S performance upgrade with a focus on solidity to ensure consistent play across all skill levels. By placing a 3S Hyperion in your hand you’ll instantly feel the stability of this paddles design, enhanced to allow for finesse and improved handling.

The JOOLA 3S Perseus 16mm is the official performance-designed paddle for world number 1 Ben Johns. Built with a focus on solidity, 3S paddles were engineered to play the same every time you take the court. The enhanced stability in each paddle allows for precise shot placement and improved handling.