Flow Prime X 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 55.8 MPH power, plush 16mm feel, 82nd percentile spin (2158 RPM) — a control option in a hybrid shape.
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Good spin generation at 2158 RPM (82nd percentile)
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $139.99 (below the $189 average)
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power
Best For
Twist weight of 6.55 (67th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Soft feel and high stability prioritize placement and touch over raw pace
2158 RPM (82nd percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
Swing weight of 116 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Compare with similar paddles
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- Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid 16mm$165 · SW 112 · 56.7 mphCompare
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.