Black Ace Pro vs. Apollo

Brand

Price

$178|Click for an updated price
$129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.815.9

Width

7.68

Core Thickness

1016

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Toray Carbon FiberDuPont™ Kevlar®

Weight (Low-High)

7.95 - 7.958.1 - 8.1

Handle Length

5.35.3

Handle Grip Circumference

44.125

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PROKENNEX

PROKENNEX

2022

Encinitas, CA

10 paddles

PROKENNEX is one of our favorite paddle brands

The Black Ace that ProKennex has got insane power and the edge-less design is pretty sweet, imo. It's got a 10mm core, aka more power than most paddles. I like this brand for this paddle alone.

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Spartus

Spartus

2022

San Francisco, CA

5 paddles

Spartus, founded by Josh in San Francisco, is a performance-driven pickleball brand rooted in Josh's diverse background in engineering, law, finance, and business. With a passion for competitive sports and a deep understanding of the importance of quality equipment, Josh has combined his expertise with a team of specialists to create Spartus, a company focused on R&D and delivering high-performance pickleball paddles. Spartus is committed to meeting the needs of players at all levels, offering equipment that maximizes performance and value.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Black Ace Pro is more expensive ($178) than Apollo ($129.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Apollo has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Black Ace Pro (10 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Apollo has a greater length (15.9 inches) than Black Ace Pro (15.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Apollo has a greater width (8 inches) than Black Ace Pro (7.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Apollo has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Black Ace Pro (7.95 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Black Ace Pro and Apollo have the same handle length (5.3 inches).

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