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Joola Perseus 3 Ben Johns 14mm vs Joola Perseus MOD TA-15 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Perseus 3 Ben Johns 14mm
Joola Perseus MOD TA-15 16mm
Price
$280
$279.98
Swing Weight
117
119
Twist Weight
5.83
6.13
Weight
8 oz
8.3 oz
Core
—
16mm
Power
58.8 MPH
58.9 MPH
Pop
39 MPH
37.75 MPH
Spin
2193 RPM
2118 RPM
Shape
—
Elongated
Face
Composite
Composite
Build
—
Gen 3
Balance
242mm
244.5mm
Joola Perseus 3 Ben Johns 14mm
This paddle delivers top 5% power (58.8 MPH), 87th percentile spin (2193 RPM), spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.8 MPH puts it in the top 5% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 39 MPH — top 0% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2193 RPM — 87th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
Cons
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
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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