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Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2Ti+ 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2Ti+ 16mm
Price
$149.99
$160
Swing Weight
115
116
Twist Weight
7.14
7.06
Weight
8.4 oz
8.2 oz
Core
14mm
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Power
56.2 MPH
57.15 MPH
Pop
35.85 MPH
36.5 MPH
Spin
2091 RPM
2124 RPM
Shape
Standard
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Face
Composite
Composite
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
233.5mm
238mm
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
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Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2Ti+ 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.15 MPH power, 75th percentile spin (2124 RPM), rock-solid stability (89th percentile) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.15 MPH (76th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Good spin generation at 2124 RPM (75th percentile)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.06 twist weight is 89th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Competitive price at $160 (below the $197 average)
Cons
Best For
Power Players
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