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Adidas PRO-EDT 16 vs Pickleball Apes Pulse E 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas PRO-EDT 16
Pickleball Apes Pulse E 16mm
Price
$189
$199.99
Swing Weight
126
129
Twist Weight
6.3
5.83
Weight
8 oz
8.3 oz
Core
16mm
16.5mm
Power
57 MPH
58 MPH
Pop
35.8 MPH
36.8 MPH
Spin
2078 RPM
2286 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 3
Gen 3
Balance
246mm
248mm
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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Pickleball Apes Pulse E 16mm
This paddle delivers 88th percentile power (58 MPH), plush 16.5mm feel, top 6% spin (2286 RPM) — an all-court option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 88th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 36.8 MPH (76th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Outstanding spin at 2286 RPM — top 6% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +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
Cons
- −Very high swing weight of 129 (top 2%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (top 9%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
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