JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV (16 mm) Review
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.
Price: $279.95. Swing weight: 112. Twist weight: 7.1. Weight: 7.98 oz. Power: 56.6 MPH. Spin: 2027 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Carbon.
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
- Beginners: Twist weight of 7.1 (top 10%) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
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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.
Wide body16mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower HighPower
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
112
23th percentile
Twist Weight
7.1
90th percentile
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.6 MPH
79th percentile
Pop
36.7 MPH
79th percentile
Spin
2027 RPM
Very High
Balance
235.5mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
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
Beginners
Twist weight of 7.1 (top 10%) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Lead Tape Optimizer
Customize how your JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV (16 mm) plays by adding lead tape.