Prism Flash 16mm vs. Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Swift
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | JoolaSee all paddles |
Price | $99.99|Click for an updated price | $219.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | 2022 |
Length | 16.3 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.7 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Reactive Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | Carbon Friction |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8.2 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
Orange County, CA
9 paddles
I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.
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?
Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Swift is more expensive ($219.95) than Prism Flash 16mm ($99.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Prism Flash 16mm and Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Swift have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Swift has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Prism Flash 16mm (16.3 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Prism Flash 16mm has a greater width (7.7 inches) than Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Swift (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Prism Flash 16mm has a greater weight (8.05 oz) than Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Swift (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Swift has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Prism Flash 16mm (5.3 inches).