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Paddle Comparison

Flik F3 Triple Core vs Gruvn LAZR-16HD Full Foam

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

Flik F3 Triple Core

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.38 vs 107.07, +10.31)

Hand Speed

Gruvn LAZR-16HD Full Foam

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.38 vs 107.07)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Gruvn LAZR-16HD Full Foam

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.27 vs 6.29, +0.02)

Value

Gruvn LAZR-16HD Full Foam

Lower effective price ($171.00 vs $152.10, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Flik
Gruvn

Model

F3 Triple Core
LAZR-16HD Full Foam

Shape

Hybrid
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
7.8 oz

Swing Weight

117.38
107.07

Twist Weight

6.27
6.29

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$190.00
$169.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$171.00
$152.10

Flik

F3 Triple Core

$171.00 (was $190.00)

Gruvn

LAZR-16HD Full Foam

$152.10 (was $169.00)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Flik F3 Triple Core if…

  • You want more power — SW 117.38 is 10.31 points higher.

Pick the Gruvn LAZR-16HD Full Foam if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (107.07 vs 117.38) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $19 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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