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Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J2 16mm vs Vatic Pro Flash Carbon Fiber 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J2 16mm
Vatic Pro Flash Carbon Fiber 16mm
Price
$145
$139.99
Swing Weight
114
115
Twist Weight
6.68
6.57
Weight
8 oz
8.2 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.1 MPH
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Pop
35.3 MPH
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Spin
1714 RPM
1862 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
Hybrid
Face
Composite
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
238mm
231mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J2 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.1 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a control option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.1 MPH (74th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $145 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.3 MPH (19th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Limited spin at 1714 RPM (11th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBEFFECT
Vatic Pro Flash Carbon Fiber 16mm
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $139.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1862 RPM (20th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersBudget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBSTUDIO — $10 OFF
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