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Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2K with 10 grams tungsten tape 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2K with 10 grams tungsten tape 16mm
Price
$149.99
$155
Swing Weight
115
113
Twist Weight
7.14
7.35
Weight
8.4 oz
8.4 oz
Core
14mm
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Power
56.2 MPH
56.9 MPH
Pop
35.85 MPH
36.2 MPH
Spin
2091 RPM
2101 RPM
Shape
Standard
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Face
Composite
Composite
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
233.5mm
233mm

Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.2 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a all-court option in a standard shape.

Pros

  • +Good spin generation at 2091 RPM (66th percentile)
  • +Exceptional stability — 7.14 twist weight is top 8% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $197 average)

Cons

  • −On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 6%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

Budget-Conscious Buyers

Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2K with 10 grams tungsten tape 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.9 MPH power, rock-solid stability (top 3%) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 56.9 MPH (66th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Good spin generation at 2101 RPM (68th percentile)
  • +Exceptional stability — 7.35 twist weight is top 3% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Competitive price at $155 (below the $197 average)

Cons

  • −On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 6%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

Budget-Conscious Buyers

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