JOOLA Pickleball Paddles: A Coach's Guide to the 2026 Range
Quick Answer
The JOOLA pickleball paddle I recommend first is the Ben Johns Perseus for attacking players and the Simone Jardim Hyperion for patient, spin-heavy players. Both are elongated carbon-faced paddles averaging 8.1 oz. The Pro Carbon Paddle editions suit players who want the JOOLA feel with a signature-free look.
- Best for: intermediate and advanced players who already swing through the ball
- Weight and shape: Perseus and Hyperion both list 7.9 to 8.3 oz (8.1 oz average), elongated, 16.5 in long
- Price at Padelnox: $219 for every JOOLA paddle we stock
Key Takeaways
- Same bones, different intent: the Perseus and Hyperion share published dimensions and a honeycomb propulsion core, and differ in how they are tuned and marketed.
- Textured carbon is the JOOLA signature: the face grips the ball, which rewards players who brush up on drives and rolls.
- Elongated means reach: a 5.5 in handle leaves room for two-handed backhands and adds leverage on serves.
- 8.1 oz is a sensible middle weight: heavy enough to stay stable in fast hands battles, light enough for a 90-minute session.
- Pro Carbon editions have no published spec sheet with us: I describe them from feel only and mark missing figures with a dash.
Quick Links
- The JOOLA range explained
- What I have seen on court
- What weight paddle should you use?
- How to choose your JOOLA paddle
- JOOLA line-up compared
- Where to buy
- FAQ
The JOOLA Pickleball Paddle Range Explained
JOOLA started in table tennis, and you can feel that heritage in its pickleball paddles. They reward touch and spin more than raw muscle. When my padel students ask me which pickleball brand plays most like a spin-friendly padel racket, JOOLA is usually my answer.
We stock four JOOLA paddles, all at the same price, and they fall into two pairs.
The signature pair: Perseus and Hyperion
The JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus ($219) carries the name of the player JOOLA builds it for. The brand pitches it as an aggressive, all-court paddle with serious spin. The JOOLA Simone Jardim Hyperion ($219) is the elongated paddle JOOLA built with Simone Jardim, and it leans toward a big sweet spot, reach and spin.
On paper they match: 16.5 in long, 7.5 in wide, a 5.5 in handle, a textured carbon fiber face and a honeycomb propulsion core with a hyper-foam edge wall. JOOLA does not publish a core thickness for either on the sheet we hold, so I will not quote one. My full head-to-head is on the JOOLA Perseus review page.
The Pro Carbon pair: Edition A and Edition B
The JOOLA Pro Carbon Paddle Edition A ($219) and the Pro Carbon Paddle Edition B ($219) are carbon-faced JOOLA paddles with a textured surface and a solid, controlled feel. We do not have a full manufacturer spec sheet for them, so everything I say here is from hitting with them, not from numbers.
What I Have Seen on Court With JOOLA Paddles
JOOLA paddles show up in my crossover group more than any brand except Selkirk. Over four months I rotated through all four, and I watched six students play weekly with theirs. My protocol was the same as for padel: same balls, same drilling partner, notes straight after each session on sweet spot, stability and arm feel.
First sessions: the grip on the ball
The first thing every student says about a JOOLA pickleball paddle is that the ball "sticks". It does not literally stick, of course, but the textured carbon face gives you a clear sense of dwell. Topspin drives dip earlier. Slice dinks skid low. My former table tennis player felt at home in about ten minutes.
Middle weeks: Perseus in the hands battle
The Perseus is stable in fast exchanges. With the weight sitting around 8.1 oz and that long face, counters at the kitchen line come back hard and flat. I had one mild complaint. When I got jammed on the backhand side, the sweet spot felt narrower than on a wider paddle, which is the usual price of an elongated shape.
Later weeks: Hyperion and the soft game
I expected the Hyperion to feel identical to the Perseus, given the matching spec lines. It feels close, but in my hand it played a shade more forgiving on resets from the transition zone. One of my 3.0 students switched from a cheap fiberglass paddle to the Hyperion and her drops improved within two weeks, mainly because she stopped muscling the ball.
The Pro Carbon editions
Edition A and Edition B felt solid and controlled. They are a sensible pick for someone who likes the JOOLA face texture and does not care about a pro's name on the throat. Arm comfort after 90 minutes was good with all four paddles, with no vibration on frame hits.
What my padel players noticed
The padel players in the group had the most interesting reaction. A padel racket has a foam or EVA core, holes in the face and a much heavier head, so the first volleys with a JOOLA felt thin and fast to them. By the third session they liked it. The textured face let them use the same brushed slice they hit on a bandeja, just shorter and more compact. The adjustment that took longest was the wrist. Padel volleys are firm, while pickleball dinks want a soft, quiet hand, and the JOOLA face punishes a stiff wrist by sending the ball high. Once they relaxed, their dinks were among the best in the group, and two of them now play pickleball on the days they cannot book a padel court.
What Weight Pickleball Paddle Should You Use?
This is the question I get most often from JOOLA shoppers, so it gets its own section. Pickleball paddles typically weigh between 7.5 and 8.5 oz. The two JOOLA signature paddles sit right in the middle of that band at an 8.1 oz average.
Heavier paddles are more stable and punch through the ball with less effort, but they are slower in quick hands exchanges and can tire a weaker arm. Lighter paddles are fast and easy on the shoulder but get pushed around by hard drives. For most adult club players, 7.9 to 8.3 oz is a safe zone. If you are coming from padel, where rackets weigh 350 to 375 g, any pickleball paddle will feel very light at first. Resist the urge to add lead tape until you have played at least a month.
How to Choose Your JOOLA Pickleball Paddle
- Be honest about your level. JOOLA's textured faces reward a brushing swing. If you still push the ball, any paddle feels the same, and you might start with a control-first option such as the Selkirk LUXX.
- Pick the signature that matches your game. Attackers who like speed-ups and counters: Perseus. Players who build points with drops and dinks: Hyperion.
- Consider the Pro Carbon editions if you want the feel without the name. They are the same price, so choose on look and on how they sit in your hand.
- Check the handle. Both signature paddles list a 5.5 in handle. If you have small hands, a thin overgrip keeps the circumference manageable.
- Protect the face. Textured carbon loses bite faster if it rubs against keys and shoes in your bag. A separate cover or a padded pickleball paddle bag ($19.99) helps it last.
- Test for a month before judging. The first two weeks with any new paddle are adjustment, not verdict.
JOOLA Pickleball Paddle Line-Up Compared
I added one Selkirk and one CRBN for context, because most people shopping JOOLA are cross-shopping those two brands. Specs come only from the manufacturer sheets we hold.
| Model | Shape | Weight | Core | Face | Price at Padelnox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus | Elongated | 7.9 - 8.3 oz (8.1 oz average) | Honeycomb propulsion, hyper-foam edge wall | Textured carbon fiber | $219 |
| JOOLA Simone Jardim Hyperion | Elongated | 7.9 - 8.3 oz (8.1 oz average) | Honeycomb propulsion, hyper-foam edge wall | Textured carbon fiber | $219 |
| JOOLA Pro Carbon Paddle, Edition A or B | - | - | - | - | $219 |
| Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta 20mm | Elongated (Invikta) | 7.9 - 8.3 oz | X7 Thickset honeycomb, 20 mm | Florek carbon fiber | $219 |
| CRBN 3X Power Series 16mm | Elongated | 7.8 - 8.1 oz (8.0 oz average) | Polypropylene honeycomb, 16 mm | Raw T700 carbon fiber | $159 |
If the Selkirk row caught your eye, the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta 20mm in Blue ($219) is the paddle I would put against the Hyperion for a soft-game player. For a lower price with raw carbon, the CRBN 3X Power Series 16mm ($159) is the value alternative. My Selkirk vs JOOLA comparison and CRBN paddle guide go deeper.
Where to Buy a JOOLA Pickleball Paddle
You can order every paddle above from our JOOLA paddles collection. Every JOOLA we send out is genuine brand stock rather than a replica, inspected before dispatch and handed over with tracking. Padelnox is a US-based online shop carrying 221 frames and bags, and orders go out worldwide. Orders are processed in 1 to 3 business days, and delivery takes 7 to 14 business days from dispatch.
Shipping is free and tracked on orders over $99, or $9.95 flat below that. Unused items in their original packaging can come back within 30 days. If anything arrives damaged or incorrect, send a photo within 7 days and we replace or refund it. The details are on the shipping and returns page. Every racket over $150 ships with a free overgrip 3-pack and frame protector, and accessories are 15% off automatically when you buy three or more. There is no public coupon, and the discount code page explains why.
Comparing brands? Browse all pickleball paddles, the Selkirk range or the CRBN paddles, and read my Selkirk pickleball paddle guide and best pickleball paddle picks. New to the sport after years of padel? My padel vs pickleball explainer covers the switch, and overgrips are in accessories. Any question about a JOOLA paddle goes to helppadelnox@outlook.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the JOOLA Perseus or Hyperion better?
They share the same published dimensions, weight range and core description, so the difference is tuning and intent rather than numbers. The Perseus is built around Ben Johns' aggressive, all-court style and feels best in fast hands battles. The Hyperion, designed with Simone Jardim, felt slightly more forgiving on my resets and drops. Attackers should pick the Perseus, and patient builders of points should pick the Hyperion.
What weight JOOLA pickleball paddle should I use?
Both JOOLA signature paddles average 8.1 oz within a 7.9 to 8.3 oz range, which suits most adult club players. That weight is stable enough to block hard drives and still quick enough at the kitchen line. If you have shoulder or elbow trouble, try the paddle for a few weeks before adding any lead tape, and keep your overgrip thin so the handle does not get bulky.
Are JOOLA paddles good for beginners?
They are playable for beginners, but a JOOLA pickleball paddle shines once you swing through the ball and add spin. A true beginner gets more help from a thick-core control paddle, which forgives mishits on dinks and drops. If you already know you will play several times a week, a JOOLA is a paddle you can grow into rather than replace after six months.