Rise vs. Apollo

Brand

Price

$109.99|Click for an updated price
$129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

1615.9

Width

88

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

PolypropylenePolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

???DuPont™ Kevlar®

Weight (Low-High)

8.3 - 8.38.1 - 8.1

Handle Length

5.255.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

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Revolin

Revolin

2019

Holland, MI

7 paddles

Revolin is driven by a passion for pickleball, dedicated to creating high-performing paddles for players who are as obsessed with the game as they are. Founded by a former high school tennis player and engineer, the company was inspired by the need for more durable paddles after discovering innovative, sustainable materials during an R&D project at the University of Michigan. After years of development and thousands of prototypes, Revolin has perfected a line of paddles that blend power, feel, and durability, helping players take their game to the next level. Based in Holland, MI, Revolin continues to push the boundaries of pickleball paddle design with a focus on sustainability and performance.

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Spartus

Spartus

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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Apollo is more expensive ($129.99) than Rise ($109.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Rise and Apollo have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Rise has a greater length (16 inches) than Apollo (15.9 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Rise and Apollo have the same width (8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Rise has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Apollo (8.1 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Apollo has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Rise (5.25 inches).

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