A52 vs. EV2

Brand

Price

$99.95|Click for an updated price
$180|Ronbus Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesNo

Year Released

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Length

16.5316.5

Width

7.227.5

Core Thickness

13.716

Core Material

???Enhanced EVA

Facing Material

Carbon Fiber with PU PaintRaw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured

Weight (Low-High)

7.75 - 7.757.8 - 8.2

Handle Length

5.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Diadem

Diadem

2015

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

13 paddles

Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    EV2 is more expensive ($180) than A52 ($99.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    EV2 has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than A52 (13.7 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    A52 has a greater length (16.53 inches) than EV2 (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    EV2 has a greater width (7.5 inches) than A52 (7.22 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    EV2 has a greater weight (8 oz) than A52 (7.75 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    A52 and EV2 have the same handle length (5.5 inches).

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