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Adidas PRO-EDT 16 vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J5 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas PRO-EDT 16
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J5 16mm
Price
$189
$165.75
Swing Weight
126
129
Twist Weight
6.3
6.14
Weight
8 oz
8.6 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57 MPH
57 MPH
Pop
35.8 MPH
34.9 MPH
Spin
2078 RPM
2067 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 3
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Balance
246mm
243mm
Adidas PRO-EDT 16
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th 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 core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +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
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J5 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Heavy swing weight of 129 (top 2%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $165.75 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 34.9 MPH (12th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 129 (top 2%) 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
Singles PlayersTennis Converts
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