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Friday Aura Pro vs Maverix Havik Pro

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

Maverix Havik Pro

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.33 vs 116.46, +0.13)

Hand Speed

Friday Aura Pro

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.33 vs 116.46)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Maverix Havik Pro

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.93 vs 6.33, +0.40)

Value

Maverix Havik Pro

Lower effective price ($159.00 vs $101.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Friday
Maverix

Model

Aura Pro
Havik Pro

Shape

Elongated
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
15mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

116.33
116.46

Twist Weight

5.93
6.33

Play Style

power
control

Retail Price

$169.00
$119.99

Discount

$10 (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$159.00
$101.99

Friday

Aura Pro

$159.00 (was $169.00)

Maverix

Havik Pro

$101.99 (was $119.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Friday Aura Pro if…

  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.

Pick the Maverix Havik Pro if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.33 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $57 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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