Radius CGS 14 vs. Edge 18k - Power

Brand

Price

$179.95|Click for an updated price
$239.95|Diadem Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.816.4

Width

8.27.5

Core Thickness

1416

Core Material

Response HoneycombHoneycomb

Facing Material

Carbon Grip3D 18k Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.4 - 7.48 - 8

Handle Length

55.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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Joola

Joola

2022 (to pickleball)

Germany / Rockville, MD

25 paddles

Joola is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

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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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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Edge 18k - Power is more expensive ($239.95) than Radius CGS 14 ($179.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Radius CGS 14 (14 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater length (16.4 inches) than Radius CGS 14 (15.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Radius CGS 14 has a greater width (8.2 inches) than Edge 18k - Power (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater weight (8 oz) than Radius CGS 14 (7.4 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Radius CGS 14 (5 inches).

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