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Paddle Comparison

Friday Aura vs RPM Jade

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

Friday Aura

Higher Swing Weight (power) (114.73 vs 0, +114.73)

Hand Speed

RPM Jade

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (114.73 vs 0)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Friday Aura

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.64 vs 0, +5.64)

Value

Friday Aura

Lower effective price ($109.65 vs $212.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Friday
RPM

Model

Aura
Jade

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
TBA

Swing Weight

114.73
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Twist Weight

5.64
—

Play Style

control
control

Retail Price

$129.00
$249.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$109.65
$212.49

Friday

Aura

$109.65 (was $129.00)

RPM

Jade

$212.49 (was $249.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Friday Aura if…

  • You want more power — SW 114.73 is 114.73 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 5.64 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $103 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the RPM Jade if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (0 vs 114.73) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.

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