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Lowest Swing Weight Pickleball Paddles
Swing weight is how heavy a paddle feels in motion, and it matters more than the number on the scale. A low swing weight means quicker hands at the kitchen and less strain on the arm, at the cost of some plow-through on drives. This list is sorted from the lowest measured swing weight up.
1
ProKennex
Pro Flight$189.95
SW:89
TW:5.36
Weight:7.4 oz
Spin:1620 RPM
Wide body11mm
+Quick hands — swing weight of 89 is in the bottom 0% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
+Thin core (11mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
−Limited spin at 1620 RPM (bottom 7%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
−Low stability — twist weight of 5.36 (bottom 4%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
2
Electrum
Pro Stealth 12mm$220
SW:90
TW:5.5
Weight:7.3 oz
Power:53.9 MPH
Spin:1927 RPM
Standard12mm
+Solid pop at 36.8 MPH (74th percentile) for net exchanges
+Quick hands — swing weight of 90 is in the bottom 0% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Thin core (12mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
−Below-average power at 53.9 MPH (bottom 5%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
−Low stability — twist weight of 5.5 (bottom 8%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
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3
Gearbox
CX11Q Power 7.8oz$199.99
SW:91
TW:5.15
Weight:7.8 oz
Spin:1584 RPM
Standard11mm
+Quick hands — swing weight of 91 is in the bottom 0% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Thin core (11mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
+Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
−Limited spin at 1584 RPM (bottom 6%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
−Low stability — twist weight of 5.15 (bottom 2%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
4
Electrum
Pro II Stealth 12mm$220
SW:93
TW:4.83
Weight:7 oz
Power:54.4 MPH
Spin:2204 RPM
Standard11mm
+Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
+Outstanding spin at 2204 RPM — 88th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
+Quick hands — swing weight of 93 is in the bottom 0% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
−Below-average power at 54.4 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
−Low stability — twist weight of 4.83 (bottom 0%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
5
$220
SW:93
TW:6.9
Weight:7.3 oz
Power:56.3 MPH
Spin:1927 RPM
Standard12mm
+Exceptional stability — 6.9 twist weight is 84th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
+Quick hands — swing weight of 93 is in the bottom 0% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Thin core (12mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
−Very light swing weight of 93 (bottom 0%) sacrifices power and plow-through
−Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
6
Gearbox
CX11Q Control 7.8oz$199.99
SW:93
TW:5.35
Weight:7.8 oz
Spin:1584 RPM
Standard11mm
+Quick hands — swing weight of 93 is in the bottom 0% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Thin core (11mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
+Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
−Limited spin at 1584 RPM (bottom 6%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
−Low stability — twist weight of 5.35 (bottom 4%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
7
Omega
Evolution Elite$149.99
SW:93
TW:4.86
Weight:7.9 oz
Spin:1717 RPM
Standard9.5mm
+Quick hands — swing weight of 93 is in the bottom 0% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Thin core (9.5mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
+Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $197 average)
−Limited spin at 1717 RPM (11th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
−Low stability — twist weight of 4.86 (bottom 0%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
8
Adidas
Match Light 2$69.99
SW:96
TW:6.68
Weight:7.7 oz
Spin:1800 RPM
Standard14mm
+Quick hands — swing weight of 96 is in the bottom 1% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
+Great value at $69.99 — cheaper than 100% of paddles (avg $197)
−Limited spin at 1800 RPM (15th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
−Very light swing weight of 96 (bottom 1%) sacrifices power and plow-through
9
$220
SW:97
TW:6.35
Weight:7.5 oz
Power:56.3 MPH
Spin:2204 RPM
Standard11mm
+Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
+Outstanding spin at 2204 RPM — 88th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
+Quick hands — swing weight of 97 is in the bottom 1% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
−Very light swing weight of 97 (bottom 1%) sacrifices power and plow-through
−Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
10
GRÜVN
Raw-13R 13mm$139
SW:97
TW:6.51
Weight:7.6 oz
Power:53.6 MPH
Spin:2171 RPM
+Good spin generation at 2171 RPM (83th percentile)
+Quick hands — swing weight of 97 is in the bottom 1% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
+Competitive price at $139 (below the $197 average)
−Below-average power at 53.6 MPH (bottom 4%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
−Lower pop at 35.3 MPH (19th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a low swing weight for a pickleball paddle?
Measured swing weights in our database run from about 89 to 137. Anything under about 105 feels noticeably quick in hand; most paddles sit between 110 and 120.
Can I lower a paddle's swing weight?
Not really. Lead tape only adds weight. If a paddle feels sluggish, the fix is a different paddle, or choking up on the handle to bring your hand closer to the face.
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