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Paddle Comparison

Gearbox GBX Power vs Warping Point Phoenix

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

Warping Point Phoenix

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.87 vs 122.19, +5.32)

Hand Speed

Gearbox GBX Power

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.87 vs 122.19)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Warping Point Phoenix

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.25 vs 6.5, +0.25)

Value

Gearbox GBX Power

Lower effective price ($161.99 vs $197.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Gearbox
Warping Point

Model

GBX Power
Phoenix

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

116.87
122.19

Twist Weight

6.25
6.5

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$179.99
$219.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$161.99
$197.99

Gearbox

GBX Power

$161.99 (was $179.99)

Warping Point

Phoenix

$197.99 (was $219.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Gearbox GBX Power if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.87 vs 122.19) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $36 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Warping Point Phoenix if…

  • You want more power — SW 122.19 is 5.32 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.5 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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