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Joola Magnus Pro IV 16mm vs Ronbus NOVA R1 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Magnus Pro IV 16mm
Ronbus NOVA R1 16mm
Price
$149.95
$150
Swing Weight
115
116
Twist Weight
6.19
5.97
Weight
7.8 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
—
55.1 MPH
Pop
—
34.6 MPH
Spin
—
2104.5 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 1
Balance
236mm
245mm
Joola Magnus Pro IV 16mm
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Competitive price at $149.95 (below the $190 average)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Players with Arm IssuesBudget-Conscious Buyers
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Ronbus NOVA R1 16mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.1 MPH power, plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Good spin generation at 2104.5 RPM (70th percentile)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Competitive price at $150 (below the $190 average)
Cons
- −Below-average power at 55.1 MPH (16th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 34.6 MPH (bottom 7%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Tennis Converts
Creator code: PBSTUDIO — $20
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