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Joola Hyperion 3S 16mm vs Joola Perseus IV 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Joola Hyperion 3S 16mm
Joola Perseus IV 16mm
Price
$279.95
$279.95
Swing Weight
116
117
Twist Weight
6.08
6.31
Weight
7.9 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
58.1 MPH
59.1 MPH
Pop
37.2 MPH
37.5 MPH
Spin
2139 RPM
2112 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 3
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Balance
243mm
244mm

Joola Hyperion 3S 16mm

This paddle delivers 89th percentile power (58.1 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, 78th percentile spin (2139 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.1 MPH puts it in the 89th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Good spin generation at 2139 RPM (78th percentile)
  • +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

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −Premium price at $279.95 — more expensive than 86% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

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Joola Perseus IV 16mm

This paddle delivers top 4% power (59.1 MPH) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 59.1 MPH puts it in the top 4% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.5 MPH — top 8% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Good spin generation at 2112 RPM (73th percentile)

Cons

  • −Premium price at $279.95 — more expensive than 86% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

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