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Adidas Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm vs Joola Perseus 3S 14mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm
Joola Perseus 3S 14mm
Price
$209
$239.95
Swing Weight
116
120
Twist Weight
5.44
6.05
Weight
8 oz
8 oz
Core
13mm
14mm
Power
58.4 MPH
58.2 MPH
Pop
38.1 MPH
37.4 MPH
Spin
2134 RPM
2141 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 3
Balance
243mm
245mm
Adidas Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm
This paddle delivers top 7% power (58.4 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, 77th percentile spin (2134 RPM) — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.4 MPH puts it in the top 7% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 38.1 MPH — top 3% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2134 RPM (77th percentile)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.44 (bottom 6%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Power 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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