Gladius 16mm vs. Seneca FDS 14
Brand | SpartusSee all paddles | JoolaSee all paddles |
Price | $84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price | $99.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.9 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 14 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Response Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Fiberglass Drive |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 7.9 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.3 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
2022 (to pickleball)
Germany / Rockville, MD
25 paddles
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Seneca FDS 14 is more expensive ($99.95) than Gladius 16mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Gladius 16mm has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Seneca FDS 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?
Gladius 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Seneca FDS 14 (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Seneca FDS 14 has a greater width (7.9 inches) than Gladius 16mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Seneca FDS 14 has a greater weight (8 oz) than Gladius 16mm (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Gladius 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Seneca FDS 14 (5 inches).
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