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Joola Scorpeus 3S 16mm vs Joola Scorpeus Pro IV (16 mm)
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Scorpeus 3S 16mm
Joola Scorpeus Pro IV (16 mm)
Price
$239.95
$279.95
Swing Weight
113
112
Twist Weight
7.1
7.1
Weight
8 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.5 MPH
56.6 MPH
Pop
37.8 MPH
36.7 MPH
Spin
2213 RPM
2027 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
Gen 3
Balance
239mm
235.5mm
Joola Scorpeus 3S 16mm
This paddle delivers 82th percentile power (57.5 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, 89th percentile spin (2213 RPM) — a power option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.5 MPH (82th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.8 MPH — top 7% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2213 RPM — 89th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.1 twist weight is top 10% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
Joola Scorpeus Pro IV (16 mm)
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 10%) — a power option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Exceptional stability — 7.1 twist weight is top 10% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −Premium price at $279.95 — more expensive than 86% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament Players
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