Ben Johns Perseus CFS 14 vs. Alchemy 16mm

paddle imageBen Johns Perseus CFS 14
paddle imageAlchemy 16mm

Brand

JoolaSee all paddles
Vatic ProSee all paddles

Price

$249.95|Click for an updated price
$179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

2023--

Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1416

Core Material

Reactive HoneycombOptimized C7 Polymers

Facing Material

Carbon Friction + Carbon ChargedRaw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.8 - 7.88.5 - 8.7

Handle Length

4.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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C Tier
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Joola

Joola

2022 (to pickleball)

Germany / Rockville, MD

25 paddles

Joola is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.

Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.

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Vatic Pro

Vatic Pro

2022

Orange County, CA

9 paddles

Vatic Pro is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Ben Johns Perseus CFS 14 is more expensive ($249.95) than Alchemy 16mm ($179.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 14 (14 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Ben Johns Perseus CFS 14 and Alchemy 16mm have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Ben Johns Perseus CFS 14 and Alchemy 16mm have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater weight (8.6 oz) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 14 (7.8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 14 (4.5 inches).

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