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Paddle Comparison

Gruvn Lazr-16x vs Maverix Havik 2

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 2

Higher Swing Weight (power) (110.58 vs 113.51, +2.93)

Hand Speed

Gruvn Lazr-16x

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (110.58 vs 113.51)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Maverix Havik 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.93 vs 6.23, +0.30)

Value

Maverix Havik 2

Lower effective price ($152.10 vs $148.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Gruvn
Maverix

Model

Lazr-16x
Havik 2

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.8 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

110.58
113.51

Twist Weight

5.93
6.23

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$169.00
$164.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$152.10
$148.49

Gruvn

Lazr-16x

$152.10 (was $169.00)

Maverix

Havik 2

$148.49 (was $164.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Gruvn Lazr-16x if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (110.58 vs 113.51) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.

Pick the Maverix Havik 2 if…

  • You want more power — SW 113.51 is 2.93 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.23 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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