Honolulu Pickleball Co. J3K 16mm vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. J3K Pro 16mm

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Specs Comparison

Spec

Honolulu Pickleball Co. J3K 16mm

Honolulu Pickleball Co. J3K Pro 16mm

Price

$155

$165

Swing Weight

115

112

Twist Weight

7.19

7.05

Weight

8.2 oz

8.1 oz

Core

16mm

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Power

56.3 MPH

56.1 MPH

Pop

36.7 MPH

36.6 MPH

Spin

1959 RPM

1973 RPM

Shape

Standard

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Face

Composite

Build

Gen 4

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Balance

237.5mm

235mm

Honolulu Pickleball Co. J3K 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.3 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 7%) — a power option in a standard shape.

Pros

+Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
+Exceptional stability — 7.19 twist weight is top 7% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
+Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
+Competitive price at $155 (below the $197 average)
+Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

−Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

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Honolulu Pickleball Co. J3K Pro 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.1 MPH power, rock-solid stability (88th percentile) — a versatile option.

Pros

+Solid pop at 36.6 MPH (65th percentile) for net exchanges
+Exceptional stability — 7.05 twist weight is 88th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
+Competitive price at $165 (below the $197 average)

Cons

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