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Joola Perseus 3 Ben Johns 16mm vs Ronbus Ripple R1 - Production Model 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Perseus 3 Ben Johns 16mm
Ronbus Ripple R1 - Production Model 16mm
Price
$280
$250
Swing Weight
119
116
Twist Weight
6.08
5.63
Weight
8 oz
7.9 oz
Power
59.9 MPH
60 MPH
Pop
38.1 MPH
38.1 MPH
Spin
2487 RPM
2341 RPM
Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
242mm
241mm
Joola Perseus 3 Ben Johns 16mm
This paddle delivers top 2% power (59.9 MPH), top 0% spin (2487 RPM) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Elite power — 59.9 MPH puts it in the top 2% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 38.1 MPH — top 4% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2487 RPM — top 0% 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
Ronbus Ripple R1 - Production Model 16mm
This paddle delivers top 2% power (60 MPH), top 3% spin (2341 RPM), spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Elite power — 60 MPH puts it in the top 2% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 38.1 MPH — top 4% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2341 RPM — top 3% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.63 (11th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
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