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Paddle Comparison

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 vs RPM Q2

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 2

Higher Swing Weight (power) (108.77 vs 107.71, +1.06)

Hand Speed

RPM Q2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (108.77 vs 107.71)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.88 vs 6.8, +0.08)

Value

RPM Q2

Lower effective price ($237.99 vs $212.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

CRBN
RPM

Model

TruFoam Barrage 2
Q2

Shape

Widebody
Widebody

Thickness

14mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
7.9 oz

Swing Weight

108.77
107.71

Twist Weight

6.88
6.8

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$279.99
$249.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$237.99
$212.49

CRBN

TruFoam Barrage 2

$237.99 (was $279.99)

RPM

Q2

$212.49 (was $249.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 if…

  • You want more power — SW 108.77 is 1.06 points higher.

Pick the RPM Q2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (107.71 vs 108.77) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $26 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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