Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 vs. Pro Line Energy

paddle imageBen Johns Perseus CFS 16
paddle imagePro Line Energy

Brand

JoolaSee all paddles
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Price

$249.95|Click for an updated price
$169.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

2023--

Length

16.517

Width

7.57

Core Thickness

1616.5

Core Material

Reactive HoneycombNarrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core

Facing Material

Carbon Friction + Carbon ChargedDuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbonfiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 88 - 8.2

Handle Length

4.56.25

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.25

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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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Pickleball Apes

Pickleball Apes

2023

Wilmington, DE

4 paddles

Pickleball Apes uses DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbon Fiber to get an unmatched feel. Founded in 2023, Pickleball Apes is dedicated to creating the newest innovation pickleball paddles and continues to push the game of pickleball paddles to the next level.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 is more expensive ($249.95) than Pro Line Energy ($169.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 (16 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater length (17 inches) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Pro Line Energy (7 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 (4.5 inches).

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