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Paddle Comparison

Gearbox GBX Power vs PaddleTek Honeyfoam TKO-X

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

PaddleTek Honeyfoam TKO-X

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.87 vs 117.67, +0.80)

Hand Speed

Gearbox GBX Power

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.87 vs 117.67)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Gearbox GBX Power

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.25 vs 5.97, +0.28)

Value

Gearbox GBX Power

Lower effective price ($161.99 vs $224.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Gearbox
PaddleTek

Model

GBX Power
Honeyfoam TKO-X

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

116.87
117.67

Twist Weight

6.25
5.97

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$179.99
$249.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$161.99
$224.99

Gearbox

GBX Power

$161.99 (was $179.99)

PaddleTek

Honeyfoam TKO-X

$224.99 (was $249.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Gearbox GBX Power if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.25 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $63 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the PaddleTek Honeyfoam TKO-X if…

  • You've already decided this is your brand or build preference.

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