Vice vs. Model E Elite

Brand

Price

$109.95|Click for an updated price
$149.99|Electrum Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

NoYes

Year Released

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Length

16.416.5

Width

7.47.37

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

EVA FoamWhole Cell HoneyComb Condensed Core

Facing Material

RP2 Grit Coating on High grade Carbon FiberCarbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7 - 88 - 8.3

Handle Length

5.35.25

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.25

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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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Electrum

Electrum

2019

Rochester, NY

6 paddles

Electrum Pickleball was founded by enthusiasts of both pickleball and technology, with a mission to create the most advanced paddle for competitive players. The company is dedicated to providing elite equipment designed to enhance performance on the court.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Model E Elite is more expensive ($149.99) than Vice ($109.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Vice and Model E Elite have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Model E Elite has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Vice (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Vice has a greater width (7.4 inches) than Model E Elite (7.37 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Model E Elite has a greater weight (8.15 oz) than Vice (7.5 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Vice has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Model E Elite (5.25 inches).

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