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Joola Perseus 14mm vs Joola Perseus 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Joola Perseus 14mm
Joola Perseus 16mm
Price
$249.99
$249.99
Swing Weight
112
119
Twist Weight
5.72
5.82
Weight
8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
14mm
15mm
Power
—
52.8 MPH
Pop
—
34.8 MPH
Spin
1772 RPM
1818 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 2
Balance
242mm
245.5mm

Joola Perseus 14mm

This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Limited spin at 1772 RPM (13th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.72 (14th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Joola Perseus 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 52.8 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 52.8 MPH (bottom 1%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Limited spin at 1818 RPM (16th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

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