Phantom (Heavy) vs. Diamond

Brand

Price

$170|Oya Click for an updated price
$219.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1610

Core Material

Compact HoneycombAramid Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand PaintToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8.5 - 8.87.4 - 7.6

Handle Length

6.255.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.25

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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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Ace

Ace

2022

Sheridan, Wyoming

3 paddles

ACE Pickleball was started by Will and his colleague Brian McDonaugh after Will, a former competitive tennis player, transitioned to pickleball in 2022 and couldn't find a suitable paddle. Combining Will's playing expertise and Brian's industry experience, they created their high-performance flagship paddle, the Spade.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Diamond is more expensive ($219.99) than Phantom (Heavy) ($170).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Diamond (10 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) and Diamond have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Phantom (Heavy) and Diamond have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater weight (8.65 oz) than Diamond (7.5 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Phantom (Heavy) has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Diamond (5.5 inches).

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