Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Price: $279.95. Swing weight: 118. Twist weight: 6.14. Weight: 8.2 oz. Power: 56.6 MPH. Spin: 2048 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
- 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
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- 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
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 118 (71th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 118 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Joola
Perseus Pro IV 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Elongated16mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower HighPower
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
118
72th percentile
Twist Weight
6.14
45th percentile
Weight
8.2 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.6 MPH
79th percentile
Pop
36.9 MPH
85th percentile
Spin
2048 RPM
High
Balance
243mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
- +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
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −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
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Singles Players
Swing weight of 118 (71th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 118 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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