Gladius Centurion vs. Apex Pro 16mm

Brand

Price

$99.99|Click for an updated price
$89.99|Hudef Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.06

Width

7.57.9

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene Honeycomb Polypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Toray T700 carbon fiberT700 carbon fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 87.8 - 8.3

Handle Length

5.54.9

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.25

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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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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Hudef

Hudef

2017

8 paddles

Hudef has been a driving force in pickleball innovation since 2017, leveraging years of expertise in sports equipment manufacturing to push the game forward. More than just a paddle manufacturer, Hudef introduces groundbreaking technologies like spin-enhancing surface abrasion and precision shotmaking with solid state core construction, continually evolving the sport and enhancing player performance. When you choose a Hudef paddle, you join a team dedicated to helping you play at your best.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Gladius Centurion is more expensive ($99.99) than Apex Pro 16mm ($89.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Gladius Centurion and Apex Pro 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Gladius Centurion has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Apex Pro 16mm (16.06 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Apex Pro 16mm has a greater width (7.9 inches) than Gladius Centurion (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Apex Pro 16mm has a greater weight (8.05 oz) than Gladius Centurion (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Gladius Centurion has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Apex Pro 16mm (4.9 inches).

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