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Paddle Comparison

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 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

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.97 vs 116.29, +1.68)

Hand Speed

Joola Pro V Perseus

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.97 vs 116.29)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Joola Pro V Perseus

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.01 vs 6.35, +0.34)

Value

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1

Lower effective price ($237.99 vs $280.46, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

CRBN
Joola

Model

TruFoam Barrage 1
Pro V Perseus

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

14mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

117.97
116.29

Twist Weight

6.01
6.35

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$279.99
$329.95

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$237.99
$280.46

CRBN

TruFoam Barrage 1

$237.99 (was $279.99)

Joola

Pro V Perseus

$280.46 (was $329.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 if…

  • You want more power — SW 117.97 is 1.68 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $42 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Joola Pro V Perseus if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.29 vs 117.97) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.35 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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