Pro Line Energy vs. Gladius Centurion
Brand | Pickleball ApesSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $169.99|Click for an updated price | $99.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 17 | 16.5 |
Width | 7 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16.5 | 16 |
Core Material | Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbonfiber | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8.2 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 6.25 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
2023
Wilmington, DE
4 paddles
Pickleball Apes uses DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbon Fiber to get an unmatched feel. Founded in 2023, Pickleball Apes is dedicated to creating the newest innovation pickleball paddles and continues to push the game of pickleball paddles to the next level.
2022
San Francisco, CA
5 paddles
Spartus, founded by Josh in San Francisco, is a performance-driven pickleball brand rooted in Josh's diverse background in engineering, law, finance, and business. With a passion for competitive sports and a deep understanding of the importance of quality equipment, Josh has combined his expertise with a team of specialists to create Spartus, a company focused on R&D and delivering high-performance pickleball paddles. Spartus is committed to meeting the needs of players at all levels, offering equipment that maximizes performance and value.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Pro Line Energy is more expensive ($169.99) than Gladius Centurion ($99.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Pro Line Energy has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than Gladius Centurion (16 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Pro Line Energy has a greater length (17 inches) than Gladius Centurion (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Gladius Centurion has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Pro Line Energy (7 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Pro Line Energy has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Gladius Centurion (8 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Pro Line Energy has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Gladius Centurion (5.5 inches).