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Joola Scorpeus (14 mm) vs Ronbus Ripple v2 R5
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Scorpeus (14 mm)
Ronbus Ripple v2 R5
Price
$249.99
$280
Swing Weight
111
113
Twist Weight
6.66
6.12
Weight
7.8 oz
7.8 oz
Core
15mm
14mm
Power
52.7 MPH
—
Pop
35.1 MPH
—
Spin
1850.5 RPM
1999 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
238mm
239mm
Joola Scorpeus (14 mm)
This paddle delivers control-oriented 52.7 MPH power — an all-court option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- −Below-average power at 52.7 MPH (bottom 1%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 35.1 MPH (16th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Limited spin at 1850.5 RPM (20th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
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Ronbus Ripple v2 R5
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel — a versatile option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $189)
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