Sapphire vs. Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | JoolaSee all paddles |
Price | $99|SixZero Click for an updated price | $249.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | 2023 |
Length | 16.5 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 16 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Reactive Honeycomb |
Facing Material | 700K Japanese Toray Carbon | Carbon Friction + Carbon Charged |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 5.6 | 4.5 |
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 Perseus CFS 16 is more expensive ($249.95) than Sapphire ($99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 has a greater core thickness (16 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 Perseus CFS 16 have the same length (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Sapphire and Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 has a greater weight (8 oz) than Sapphire (7.95 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Sapphire has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 (4.5 inches).