Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm vs Electrum Model E Elite 16mm — Pickleball Paddle Comparison
Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.5 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Price: $160. Swing weight: 119. Twist weight: 5.93. Weight: 8.2 oz. Power: 55.5 MPH. Spin: 1855 RPM.
Pros
- Competitive price at $160 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- Limited spin at 1855 RPM (20th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
Electrum Model E Elite 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (89th percentile) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $199.99. Swing weight: 123. Twist weight: 7.09. Weight: 8.3 oz. Power: 57 MPH. Spin: 2028 RPM.
Pros
- Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- Exceptional stability — 7.09 twist weight is 89th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Heavy swing weight of 123 (top 9%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- 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
- Very high swing weight of 123 (top 9%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (89th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm vs Electrum Model E Elite 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.5 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Competitive price at $160 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Limited spin at 1855 RPM (20th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
Electrum Model E Elite 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (89th percentile) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.09 twist weight is 89th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Heavy swing weight of 123 (top 9%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +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
- −Very high swing weight of 123 (top 9%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (89th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
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