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Joola Magnus3 16mm vs Joola Perseus MOD TA-15 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Joola Magnus3 16mm
Joola Perseus MOD TA-15 16mm
Price
$279.99
$279.98
Swing Weight
120
119
Twist Weight
6.36
6.13
Weight
8 oz
8.3 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
—
58.9 MPH
Pop
—
37.75 MPH
Spin
—
2118 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
—
Gen 3
Balance
239mm
244.5mm

Joola Magnus3 16mm

This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 120 (81th percentile) 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

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Singles Players

Joola Perseus MOD TA-15 16mm

This paddle delivers top 5% power (58.9 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, 75th percentile spin (2118 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.9 MPH puts it in the top 5% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.75 MPH — top 7% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Good spin generation at 2118 RPM (75th 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 $279.98 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)
  • −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (top 7%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts

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