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Adidas Metalbone LP S (Red EVA) 16mm vs Joola Perseus 3S 14mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone LP S (Red EVA) 16mm
Joola Perseus 3S 14mm
Price
$249
$239.95
Swing Weight
126
120
Twist Weight
5.75
6.05
Weight
8.7 oz
8 oz
Core
13mm
14mm
Power
59.3 MPH
58.2 MPH
Pop
38.3 MPH
37.4 MPH
Spin
2107 RPM
2141 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 3
Balance
244mm
245mm
Adidas Metalbone LP S (Red EVA) 16mm
This paddle delivers top 3% power (59.3 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 59.3 MPH puts it in the top 3% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 38.3 MPH — top 2% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2107 RPM (71st percentile)
- +Heavy swing weight of 126 (top 3%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Very high swing weight of 126 (top 3%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
- −On the heavy side at 8.7 oz (top 2%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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Joola Perseus 3S 14mm
This paddle delivers top 9% power (58.2 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, 79th percentile spin (2141 RPM) — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.2 MPH puts it in the top 9% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.4 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2141 RPM (79th percentile)
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (83rd percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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