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CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 14mm vs Proton Series One-Type B 15mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 14mm
Proton Series One-Type B 15mm
Price
$279.99
$280
Swing Weight
125
130
Twist Weight
6.37
6.55
Weight
8.4 oz
8.8 oz
Core
14mm
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Power
58.3 MPH
57.4 MPH
Pop
36.7 MPH
34.9 MPH
Spin
2368 RPM
2336 RPM
Shape
Elongated
—
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 4
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Balance
246mm
243mm

CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 14mm

This paddle delivers top 8% power (58.3 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, top 1% spin (2368 RPM) — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.3 MPH puts it in the top 8% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Outstanding spin at 2368 RPM — top 1% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Heavy swing weight of 125 (top 5%) 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 125 (top 5%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)
  • −On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 6%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

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Proton Series One-Type B 15mm

This paddle delivers 80th percentile power (57.4 MPH), top 3% spin (2336 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.4 MPH (80th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2336 RPM — top 3% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Heavy swing weight of 130 (top 1%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives

Cons

  • −Lower pop at 34.9 MPH (12th 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
  • −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
  • −On the heavy side at 8.8 oz (top 1%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
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