Joola Perseus 3 Ben Johns 14mm Review
This paddle delivers top 5% power (58.8 MPH), 87th percentile spin (2193 RPM), spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Price: $280. Swing weight: 117. Twist weight: 5.83. Weight: 8 oz. Power: 58.8 MPH. Spin: 2193 RPM. Face: Composite.
Pros
- Elite power — 58.8 MPH puts it in the top 5% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- Exceptional pop at 39 MPH — top 0% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- Outstanding spin at 2193 RPM — 87th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1987)
Cons
- Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
- Power Players: 58.8 MPH drive speed (top 5%) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
- Spin-Heavy Players: 2193 RPM (87th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 117 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Perseus 3 Ben Johns 14mm
This paddle delivers top 5% power (58.8 MPH), 87th percentile spin (2193 RPM), spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Composite
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
117
Twist Weight
5.83
Weight
8 oz
Power
58.8 MPH
Pop
39 MPH
Spin
2193 RPM
Balance
242mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.8 MPH puts it in the top 5% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 39 MPH — top 0% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2193 RPM — 87th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1987)
Cons
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Power Players
58.8 MPH drive speed (top 5%) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
Spin-Heavy Players
2193 RPM (87th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 117 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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