Sapphire vs. Neo Line One 16mm
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | Pickleball ApesSee all paddles |
Price | $99|SixZero Click for an updated price | $69.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 16 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Widecell Polypropelene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | 700K Japanese Toray Carbon | Raw Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8 | 8 - 8.2 |
Handle Length | 5.6 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.1875 | 4 |
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.
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Sapphire is more expensive ($99) than Neo Line One 16mm ($69.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Neo Line One 16mm 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 Neo Line One 16mm have the same length (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Sapphire and Neo Line One 16mm have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Neo Line One 16mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Sapphire (7.95 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Sapphire has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Neo Line One 16mm (5.5 inches).
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