Supercourt Series Playtest: How Does It Compare to the Competition?

When it comes to pickleball paddles, finding the perfect balance of power, control, and feel is the ultimate challenge. That’s why we teamed up for an in-depth playtest of the Chorus Supercourt Series. This session wasn’t just about hitting balls—it was about breaking down performance, comparing it to competitor paddles, and giving you an authentic look at how these paddles perform across every area of the court.

If you want to see the full action, click the link to watch the entire playtest video on YouTube. You'll get an inside look at gameplay, real-time reactions, and our honest thoughts as we put these paddles through their paces.

How We Structured the Playtest

We started with some baseline serves and drives to get a feel for the paddles' power and control. Then, we worked our way into the transition zone, testing resets and volleys, before moving up to the kitchen for some dinking and hands battles. Finally, we compared the Supercourt paddles side by side with several popular competitor paddles to see how they stacked up.

This wasn’t about rehearsed takes or controlled drills—it was about real gameplay and gut reactions.

First Impressions: Supercourt Series Feel and Power

Right off the bat, the Supercourt Series surprised us. The paddles offered a combination of soft, plush feel with an impressive level of power and pop.

One of the first comparisons that came to mind was with the Shape Shifter series. The Supercourt had that same plush feel but delivered more pop and power than expected.

"It’s like what I expected the new Shape Shifters to feel like—soft, but with a noticeable punch," Bobby noted.

We also compared the Supercourt to other popular paddles, like the Neonic Flow and Flare. Here's what stood out:

• The Supercourt felt closer to the Flow than the Flare in terms of power, offering a plush feel with solid pop.
• Compared to the Flare, which is known for its stiffness and sharp power, the Supercourt offered more dwell and felt softer on reset shots while maintaining plenty of strength on drives.

"This feels soft and plush, but I’m getting way more power than I expected. It’s not game-breaking power, but it’s definitely above average," Matt said.

Baseline Drives and Resets

We started with baseline drives, testing the power and feel of the Supercourt. Right away, the pop was noticeable. The ball came off the paddle with authority, but it didn’t feel uncontrollable.

When we moved into reset drills, the paddles continued to impress. The soft feel gave us the confidence to take pace off the ball, while the pop ensured we could still execute aggressive shots when needed.

"I like this at the net," Bobby said after a particularly clean volley. "It feels controlled, but when I need to speed up, the pop is right there."

The 16mm Supercourt felt plush during softer shots but provided a surprising amount of stiffness and pop during drives.

"It’s softer on resets, but when I swing hard, it stiffens up in a good way. You can hear it too—it has that solid, connected sound."

Side-by-Side Paddle Comparisons

To give the Supercourt a proper test, we compared it to several other paddles, including:

• Neonic Flow and Flare
• Bantam ALWC 143 and ESC 127
• Bread and Butter Invader
• Joola Perseus 3X

Here’s how the Supercourt stood out:

Against the Neonic Flow and Flare

• The Supercourt felt plusher than the Flare but offered more pop than the Flow.
• The Flare was noticeably stiffer, especially on reset shots, while the Supercourt offered a softer touch with a bit more dwell.
• On drives, both paddles offered solid power, but the Supercourt had an edge in terms of forgiveness.

"Driving this feels softer, more connected," Matt said. "But when I switch to the Flare, it's stiffer and more direct."

Against Bantam ALWC and ESC

• The ALWC felt stiffer and more controlled, while the ESC delivered slightly more pop but less plushness.
• The Supercourt struck a balance between the two—it felt plush on resets but had enough pop to handle aggressive shots.

"It’s crazy how similar these feel, but the Supercourt feels like it grabs the ball just a little longer," Bobby noted.

Against the Bread and Butter Invader

• The Invader felt stiffer and denser, especially on drives from the baseline.
• The Supercourt had more pop at the net but less overall density in feel.
• When it came to aggressive volleys, the Supercourt's titanium weave gave it just the right amount of softness to stay in control without losing the pop.

"If I'm ripping drives from the baseline, I think the Invader wins for power," Bobby said. "But if I'm at the kitchen and trying to win hands battles, the Supercourt feels like the better option."

Against the Joola Perseus 3X

• The Perseus 3X delivered consistent power but felt stiffer across the board.
• The Supercourt allowed for softer play while still offering the pop needed for fast exchanges.

"I think this (Supercourt) is a more balanced paddle overall. It’s got pop, but it’s not going to get you into trouble on touch shots," Matt observed.

Takeaways: Is the Supercourt Worth It?

Here’s the bottom line after hours of gameplay and paddle swapping:

• The Supercourt Series offers a plush, controlled feel with above-average pop and power.
• It’s forgiving in soft play but responds with power when you need to drive or speed up.
• It compares well to higher-end paddles but comes in at a more accessible price point.
• Against the competition, it held its own—especially in terms of pop at the net.

"This is an awesome paddle," Matt concluded. "It’s well-balanced, performs great across the court, and it’s priced so that you could buy two Supercourts for the price of some high-end paddles."

Final Verdict

If you’re looking for a paddle that offers plush control without sacrificing pop and power, the Supercourt Series is worth a serious look. It’s versatile, performs well across all areas of the court, and stands up to some of the biggest names in the game.

And if you want to see how it performs in real-time, click the link to watch the full playtest video on YouTube. You’ll get all the gameplay, player reactions, and in-depth comparisons that made this one of the most insightful paddle tests we’ve done.