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Paddle Comparison

Bread & Butter Shogun vs Joola Pro V Perseus

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

Bread & Butter Shogun

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.53 vs 116.29, +1.24)

Hand Speed

Joola Pro V Perseus

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.53 vs 116.29)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Joola Pro V Perseus

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.96 vs 6.35, +0.39)

Value

Bread & Butter Shogun

Lower effective price ($170.99 vs $280.46, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Bread & Butter
Joola

Model

Shogun
Pro V Perseus

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

117.53
116.29

Twist Weight

5.96
6.35

Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$189.99
$329.95

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$170.99
$280.46

Bread & Butter

Shogun

$170.99 (was $189.99)

Joola

Pro V Perseus

$280.46 (was $329.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Bread & Butter Shogun if…

  • You want more power — SW 117.53 is 1.24 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $109 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Joola Pro V Perseus if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.29 vs 117.53) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.35 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

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