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Tier list
Picklary Paddle Tier List
This tier list is not an ad or an absolute ranking. It is an editorial guide inside the Picklary database, combining comparison scores, play-style fit, price band, beginner forgiveness, and benchmark-model signals. Even inside S tier, a power pick, control pick, and value pick mean different things, so use Paddle Finder and the detail pages before deciding.
At-a-glance
Complete paddle tier chart
Start with the full chart, then use the detailed notes and purpose-based picks below.
STop benchmark picks with strong performance, reputation, and broad fit
AStrong picks for many players when the use case matches
CRBN1 TruFoam Genesis
CRBN1X Power Series
DiademEdge 18K
EngagePursuit Pro1 Power Series
GearboxPro Ultimate Elongated
JOOLABen Johns Perseus Pro V
PaddletekBantam TKO-C
PaddletekTempest Wave Pro v3
SelkirkLABS Project Boomstik Elongated
SelkirkLUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit
SelkirkOMNI Elongated
Vatic ProSagaBGood fit for specific styles, budgets, or levels
CLimited-fit picks to compare carefully against alternatives
FacolosElite X V2 Gabe Tardio Signature
FranklinC45 Aurelius Anna Leigh Waters
FranklinC45 Hayden Patriquin Signature
FridayFever 102 Elongated 16mm
HITHand Cannon
JOOLAAgassi Pro V 14mm
JOOLAKosmos Pro V
JOOLAScorpeus Pro V
ONIXEvoke Premier
PaddletekBantam TKO-CX 12.7mm
PIKKLHurricane Pro 14mm
ProXRRiley Newman Pro 13mm
RPMFriction Pro V2 16mm ElongatedDNo current database model is placed in D tier
No current database model is placed in D tier
Detailed notes
Why each paddle sits in its tier
STop benchmark picks with strong performance, reputation, and broad fit
CRBN 2X Power SeriesAll-court · $229.99Benchmark pick with high fit, performance, and reputation. Strengths: Spin / Power.JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro IVAll-court · $279.95Benchmark pick with high fit, performance, and reputation. Strengths: Spin / Control.JOOLA Collin Johns Scorpeus Pro IVHands-speed · $279.95Benchmark pick with high fit, performance, and reputation. Strengths: Control / Forgiveness.Six Zero Double Black Diamond ControlAll-court · $180.00Benchmark pick with high fit, performance, and reputation. Strengths: Control / Spin.Six Zero RubySpin · $200.00Benchmark pick with high fit, performance, and reputation. Strengths: Spin / Control.Vatic Pro Prism FlashControl · $99.99Benchmark pick with high fit, performance, and reputation. Strengths: Control / Spin.Volair Mach 2 ForzaControl · $119.99Benchmark pick with high fit, performance, and reputation. Strengths: Forgiveness / Control.
AStrong picks for many players when the use case matches
CRBN 1 TruFoam GenesisControl · $279.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $279.99 price tier fits the player's goal.CRBN 1X Power SeriesPower · $229.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $229.99 price tier fits the player's goal.Diadem Edge 18KSpin · $229.95Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $229.95 price tier fits the player's goal.Engage Pursuit Pro1 Power SeriesAll-court · $259.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $259.99 price tier fits the player's goal.Gearbox Pro Ultimate ElongatedPower · $274.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $274.99 price tier fits the player's goal.JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro VAll-court · $299.95Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $299.95 price tier fits the player's goal.Paddletek Bantam TKO-CPower · $199.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $199.99 price tier fits the player's goal.Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro v3Control · $179.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $179.99 price tier fits the player's goal.Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik ElongatedPower · $332.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $332.99 price tier fits the player's goal.Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGritControl · $280.00Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $280.00 price tier fits the player's goal.Selkirk OMNI ElongatedAll-court · $299.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $299.99 price tier fits the player's goal.Vatic Pro SagaAll-court · $99.99Strong recommendation for the right use case. It works best when its $99.99 price tier fits the player's goal.
BGood fit for specific styles, budgets, or levels
Bread & Butter The Filth 16mmPower · $165.00Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.Diadem Warrior EdgeAll-court · $199.95Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.Franklin C45 Carbon Fiber SeriesAll-court · $179.99Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.Friday Original PaddleValue · $69.00Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.Gearbox CX14Control · $199.99Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.HEAD Radical TOUR15 / TOUR EX15All-court · $169.95Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.ProKennex Black Ace ProPower · $250.00Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air InviktaPower · $250.00Good when the style, budget, and level match. Use Paddle Finder before shortlisting it.
CLimited-fit picks to compare carefully against alternatives
Facolos Elite X V2 Gabe Tardio SignatureAll-court · $249.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.Franklin C45 Aurelius Anna Leigh WatersAll-court · $229.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.Franklin C45 Hayden Patriquin SignaturePower · $229.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.Friday Fever 102 Elongated 16mmPower · $102.00Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.HIT Hand CannonPower · $$$Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.JOOLA Agassi Pro V 14mmAll-court · $299.95Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.JOOLA Kosmos Pro VAll-court · $299.95Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.JOOLA Scorpeus Pro VHands-speed · $299.95Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.ONIX Evoke PremierPower · $149.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.Paddletek Bantam TKO-CX 12.7mmPower · $199.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.PIKKL Hurricane Pro 14mmSpin · $159.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.ProXR Riley Newman Pro 13mmAll-court · $199.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm ElongatedAll-court · $249.99Limited-fit pick. It can work, but compare alternatives before choosing.
DNo current database model is placed in D tier
No current database model is placed in D tier
Quick benchmark picks by purpose
Do not read only S/A/B. Start with the benchmark closest to your on-court problem.
All-courtSix Zero Double Black Diamond Control
A useful reference point for balanced players.
ControlSelkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGritCompare when resets, drops, and dinks matter most.
PowerCRBN 1X Power SeriesUseful for players who drive and speed up often.
ValueVatic Pro Prism FlashCheck when you want control and spin without jumping to premium pricing.
Beginner-friendlyFriday Original PaddleA lower-pressure starting point for new players.
Methodology
We combine control, power, spin, forgiveness, hand speed, level fit, price band, use case, and review signals. Price and approval status can change, so verify official sources before buying.
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The same paddle can serve different roles. These links connect current equipment notes with tactical identity, strengths, and club-player cautions.
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$279.95Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV
ControlSpinReachStability
Elite all-court reference paddle: reach, controlled power, and spin-friendly face for advanced players.
$279.95Collin Johns Scorpeus Pro IV
ForgivenessQuick handsControlStability
Widebody profile for quick hands, blocks, resets, and kitchen exchanges.
$280.00LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit
ControlForgivenessTouchSpin
Premium control paddle built around touch, resets, drops, and finesse.
$250.00VANGUARD Power Air Invikta
PowerSpinManeuverability
Power-forward paddle for players who already control pop and want aggressive finishing.
$229.991X Power Series
PowerSpinReach
Raw-carbon elongated power paddle for aggressive drives and added reach.
$229.992X Power Series
ForgivenessSpinQuick handsPower
Wider X Series alternative for players who want power, spin, and a bigger sweet spot.
$180.00Double Black Diamond Control
ControlSpinBalanceValue
Value-friendly all-court benchmark with a balanced control, spin, and power profile.
$200.00Ruby
SpinControlStability
Distinct aramid-face paddle often discussed for spin, feel, and stability.
$199.99Bantam TKO-C
PowerReachStabilitySpin
Power-and-reach paddle designed with Christian Alshon; built for serious pace creation.
$179.99Tempest Wave Pro v3
ControlTouchForgiveness
Long-running control paddle for touch, resets, and developing all-court consistency.
$259.99Pursuit Pro1 Power Series
ControlSpinStabilityPower
Shape-flexible Pro1 line built for power, spin, and stable acceleration.
$274.99Pro Ultimate Elongated
PowerReachStability
High-performance elongated paddle with distinctive Gearbox construction and strong power/control mix.
$199.99CX14
ControlTouchDurability
Distinctive durable control feel, often chosen by players who like Gearbox construction.
$229.95Edge 18K
SpinControlForgiveness
3D 18K woven face paddle focused on spin, control, and a premium feel.
$199.95Warrior Edge
BalanceControlForgiveness
Balanced all-court model for players who want control without a very muted feel.
$99.99Prism Flash
ValueControlSpin
Affordable raw-carbon control paddle with strong value and a forgiving hybrid shape.
$99.99Saga
BalanceSpinStabilityValue
Modern all-court option with low entry price and broad level fit.
$250.00Black Ace Pro
PowerManeuverabilityArm comfortPop
Powerful, quick-hand paddle often discussed for pop and arm-comfort technology.
$179.99C45 Carbon Fiber Series
BalanceSpinValue
Mainstream carbon series with multiple variants and broad availability.
$169.95Radical TOUR15 / TOUR EX15
ForgivenessControlStability
Accessible all-court radical line from a major racquet-sports brand.
$119.99Mach 2 Forza
Quick handsForgivenessSpinValue
Widebody control paddle with strong spin, forgiveness, and a budget-friendly price.
$165.00The Filth 16mm
PowerSpinReachValue
Popular direct-to-consumer power/spin paddle with a distinctive brand personality.
$69.00Original Paddle
ValueForgivenessControl
Budget-friendly, forgiving starter paddle designed to make upgrading less expensive.
$149.99Evoke Premier
PowerReachPop
Linked pros Lucy Kovalova
Long-running power paddle with reach-oriented shape and tournament approval positioning.
$299.95Ben Johns Perseus Pro V
PowerSpinReachControl
Linked pros Ben Johns
The latest Ben Johns Perseus: an elongated all-court paddle with a flexing KineticFrame for controlled power, reach, and spin for aggressive advanced players.
$332.99LABS Project Boomstik Elongated
PowerSpinStabilityReach
A 100% foam-core power paddle: explosive, durable, and surprisingly stable, with an MOI tuning system and long-lasting InfiniGrit spin for demanding advanced players.
$299.99OMNI Elongated
ControlSpinReachStability
The all-court alternative to the Boomstik: a foam paddle that plays soft on resets and crisp on drives, with an adjustable MOI tuning system you can move by hand.
$279.991 TruFoam Genesis
ControlTouchSpinReach
A Gen-4, 100% foam-core paddle with a tennis-like dwell and feel: exceptional on dinks and resets with strong spin, leaning control over raw pop for advanced players.
$299.95Kosmos Pro V
PowerControlspeedStability
Linked pros Federico Staksrud · Tyson McGuffin
A hybrid-shape Pro V paddle that blends baseline drive power, kitchen hand speed, transition control, and a more usable sweet spot than a fully elongated shape.
$299.95Scorpeus Pro V
ForgivenessQuick handsControlStability
Linked pros Catherine Parenteau · Anna Bright
JOOLA’s widest Pro V shape emphasizes a large sweet spot, stability, blocks, resets, counters, and fast doubles exchanges.
$249.99Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated
PowerSpinReachStability
Linked pros James Ignatowich · Ella Oh
An elongated advanced-player platform designed to combine top-end power and spin with a stable 16mm feel and a broad effective sweet spot.
$249.99Elite X V2 Gabe Tardio Signature
SpinspeedStabilityControl
Linked pros Gabriel Tardio
A low-balance, spin-forward signature design built for quick counters, controlled drives, transition resets, and a wider effective sweet spot.
$229.99C45 Aurelius Anna Leigh Waters
speedSpinPowerControl
Linked pros Anna Leigh Waters
A compact, fast C45 shape that supports aggressive counters, early speed-ups, spin, and precise direction changes without the swing weight of a long paddle.
$229.99C45 Hayden Patriquin Signature
ReachPowerSpinspeed
Linked pros Hayden Patriquin
An elongated C45 platform built for reach, two-handed leverage, spin, and explosive transition attacks.
$102.00Fever 102 Elongated 16mm
PowerSpinReachStability
Linked pros Rachel Rohrabacher
A value-priced elongated Gen-3-style paddle with meaningful pop, spin, and perimeter stability for aggressive doubles counters.
$$$Hand Cannon
PowerSpinControlReach
Linked pros Hunter Johnson
A pro-custom platform developed around a reinforced handle, strong power and spin, and enough control for direct singles patterns.
$299.95Agassi Pro V 14mm
PowerControlSpinReach
Linked pros Lea Jansen · Kate Fahey
A tennis-inspired Pro V shape that offers a high sweet spot, clean drive leverage, spin, and enough control for singles-to-doubles crossover.
$159.99Hurricane Pro 14mm
SpinControlspeedForgiveness
Linked pros Hurricane Tyra Black
A quick, spin-first widebody paddle for counters, resets, directional shaping, and elastic defense rather than maximum raw power.
$199.99Riley Newman Pro 13mm
speedSpinPowerControl
Linked pros Riley Newman
A fast 13mm signature paddle that combines a crisp response, spin, extended reach, and foam-ring stability for aggressive all-court doubles.
$199.99Bantam TKO-CX 12.7mm
PowerSpinReachspeed
Linked pros Christian Alshon
A long-handle, thin-core attacking paddle built for two-handed backhands, reach, spin, and immediate acceleration.
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