Sapphire vs. Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | JoolaSee all paddles |
Price | $99|SixZero Click for an updated price | $159.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 13.5 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Response Honeycomb |
Facing Material | 700K Japanese Toray Carbon | Carbon Abrasion |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8 | 8.2 - 8.2 |
Handle Length | 5.6 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.1875 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, Queensland
8 paddles
A lot of brands that make my favorites list is because I play with a paddle that I end up loving. I am a big fan of the spin and control of the DBD 16. That was in my rotation for several months.
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 CAS 13.5 is more expensive ($159.95) than Sapphire ($99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 has a greater core thickness (13.5 mm) than Sapphire (13 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Sapphire and Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 have the same length (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Sapphire and Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Sapphire (7.95 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Sapphire has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 (5.5 inches).
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