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Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J5 16mm vs Hudef Viva Pro Gen2 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J5 16mm
Hudef Viva Pro Gen2 16mm
Price
$165.75
$129.99
Swing Weight
129
128
Twist Weight
6.14
6.5
Weight
8.6 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
57 MPH
56.8 MPH
Pop
34.9 MPH
35.5 MPH
Spin
2067 RPM
2060 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
243mm
253mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J5 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Heavy swing weight of 129 (top 2%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $165.75 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 34.9 MPH (12th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 129 (top 2%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis Converts
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Hudef Viva Pro Gen2 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 128 (top 2%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Great value at $129.99 — cheaper than 87% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Very high swing weight of 128 (top 2%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
Best For
Tennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
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