Pickleball Apes Charm v Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.
Price: $199. Swing weight: 111. Twist weight: 7.19. Weight: 8.14 oz. Power: 56.5 MPH. Core: 16mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Composite.
Pros
- Exceptional stability — 7.19 twist weight is top 8% (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
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 7.19 (top 8%) 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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Pickleball Apes
Charm v
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.
$199
Find Your MatchWide body16mm coreCompositeGen 4Firepower HighAll-Court
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
111
23th percentile
Twist Weight
7.19
97th percentile
Weight
8.1 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.5 MPH
76th percentile
Pop
36.4 MPH
60th percentile
Balance
233mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 7.19 twist weight is top 8% (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
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 7.19 (top 8%) 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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