Hero vs. Phantom (Heavy)

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$170|Oya Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.616.5

Width

7.87.5

Core Thickness

016

Core Material

HoneycombCompact Honeycomb

Facing Material

Carbon GraphiteRaw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand Paint

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.68.5 - 8.8

Handle Length

56.25

Handle Grip Circumference

44.25

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Diadem

Diadem

2015

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

13 paddles

Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.

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Oya

Oya

Minneapolis, MN

6 paddles

Founded by four former college tennis players who fell in love with pickleball, Oya aims to bridge the gap between tennis and pickleball by creating innovative paddles that enhance tennis players' strengths. Their paddles feature increased head speed, longer handles for two-handed backhands, and faster spin rates. Inspired by bold and aggressive play styles, Oya paddles stand out with distinctive shapes, expressive color schemes, and quality craftsmanship that can be felt in every shot.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Phantom (Heavy) is more expensive ($170) than Hero ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Hero (0 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Hero (15.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Hero has a greater width (7.8 inches) than Phantom (Heavy) (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater weight (8.65 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Hero (5 inches).

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