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Joola Perseus 14mm vs Ronbus Ripple R1.14 beta

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Joola Perseus 14mm
Ronbus Ripple R1.14 beta
Price
$249.99
$260
Swing Weight
112
114
Twist Weight
5.72
5.52
Weight
8 oz
7.8 oz
Core
14mm
14mm
Spin
1772 RPM
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Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Balance
242mm
240mm

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

Ronbus Ripple R1.14 beta

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
  • +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.52 (bottom 9%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

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