Monarch Jelly Bean 16mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55 MPH power, 89th percentile spin (2209 RPM), rock-solid stability (89th percentile) — a versatile option.
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USAP approved since Jul 30, 2024
- Certified under the previous test (before Oct 1, 2026)
- Eligible for Pickleball Canada sanctioned play
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Outstanding spin at 2209 RPM — 89th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.09 twist weight is 89th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 15th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Great value at $99.99 — cheaper than 92% of paddles (avg $189)
Cons
- −Below-average power at 55 MPH (15th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 34.3 MPH (bottom 4%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
Best For
2209 RPM (89th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
At $99.99, it's cheaper than 92% of paddles (avg $189)
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Data sources
Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source), power, pop and spin from lab testing credited to Pickleball Effect. Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Nov 8, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.