Hero vs. Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | JoolaSee all paddles |
Price | $49.95|Click for an updated price | $219.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | 2022 |
Length | 15.6 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.8 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 0 | 16 |
Core Material | Honeycomb | Reactive Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Carbon Graphite | Carbon Friction |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.6 - 7.6 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
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?
Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift is more expensive ($219.95) than Hero ($49.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift 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?
Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift 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 Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift has a greater weight (7.9 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Hero (5 inches).