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CRBN 1X Power Series (14 mm) vs Joola Perseus 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
CRBN 1X Power Series (14 mm)
Joola Perseus 16mm
Price
$229.99
$249.99
Swing Weight
121
119
Twist Weight
6.03
5.82
Weight
8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
15mm
15mm
Power
54.65 MPH
52.8 MPH
Pop
35.15 MPH
34.8 MPH
Spin
1916 RPM
1818 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 2
Balance
243.5mm
245.5mm

CRBN 1X Power Series (14 mm)

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.65 MPH power — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 121 (85th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.65 MPH (11th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 35.15 MPH (17th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power

Best For

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Joola Perseus 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 52.8 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 52.8 MPH (bottom 1%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Limited spin at 1818 RPM (16th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Best For

Singles PlayersTennis Converts

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