Hero vs. Reach Power

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$189|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.616.5

Width

7.87.5

Core Thickness

013

Core Material

HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Carbon GraphiteTerragrit 2.0 Texture

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.67.7 - 8.2

Handle Length

55.5

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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Revolin

Revolin

2019

Holland, MI

7 paddles

Revolin is driven by a passion for pickleball, dedicated to creating high-performing paddles for players who are as obsessed with the game as they are. Founded by a former high school tennis player and engineer, the company was inspired by the need for more durable paddles after discovering innovative, sustainable materials during an R&D project at the University of Michigan. After years of development and thousands of prototypes, Revolin has perfected a line of paddles that blend power, feel, and durability, helping players take their game to the next level. Based in Holland, MI, Revolin continues to push the boundaries of pickleball paddle design with a focus on sustainability and performance.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Reach Power is more expensive ($189) than Hero ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Reach Power has a greater core thickness (13 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?

    Reach Power 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 Reach Power (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Reach Power has a greater weight (7.949999999999999 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Reach Power has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Hero (5 inches).

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