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Adidas PRO-EDT 16 vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1H 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas PRO-EDT 16
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1H 16mm
Price
$189
$166.5
Swing Weight
126
130
Twist Weight
6.3
6.8
Weight
8 oz
8.7 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
57 MPH
58.2 MPH
Pop
35.8 MPH
35.3 MPH
Spin
2078 RPM
2032 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 3
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Balance
246mm
240mm
Adidas PRO-EDT 16
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm feel — an all-court option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (72nd percentile, avg 56.4)
- +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
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Very high swing weight of 126 (top 3%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1H 16mm
This paddle delivers top 9% power (58.2 MPH) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.2 MPH puts it in the top 9% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional stability — 6.8 twist weight is 80th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Heavy swing weight of 130 (top 1%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Competitive price at $166.5 (below the $190 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.3 MPH (20th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 130 (top 1%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −On the heavy side at 8.7 oz (top 2%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power PlayersTennis Converts
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