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Babolat Baller + vs Pickleball Apes Charm s
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Babolat Baller +
Pickleball Apes Charm s
Price
$219.99
$199
Swing Weight
113
116
Twist Weight
6.08
6.16
Weight
8.3 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56 MPH
56.5 MPH
Pop
35.8 MPH
36.3 MPH
Spin
1932 RPM
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Shape
Hybrid
Hybrid
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 2
Gen 4
Balance
234mm
237mm
Babolat Baller +
This paddle delivers mid-range 56 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (top 7%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Code: PBEFFECT
Pickleball Apes Charm s
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersTennis Converts
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10%
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