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Paddle Comparison

Gruvn Lazr-16x vs Selkirk Amped Pro Air Invikta

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

Selkirk Amped Pro Air Invikta

Higher Swing Weight (power) (110.58 vs 114.05, +3.47)

Hand Speed

Gruvn Lazr-16x

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (110.58 vs 114.05)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Gruvn Lazr-16x

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.93 vs 5.71, +0.22)

Value

Selkirk Amped Pro Air Invikta

Lower effective price ($152.10 vs $100.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Gruvn
Selkirk

Model

Lazr-16x
Amped Pro Air Invikta

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.8 oz
7.7 oz

Swing Weight

110.58
114.05

Twist Weight

5.93
5.71

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$169.00
$100.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$152.10
$100.00

Gruvn

Lazr-16x

$152.10 (was $169.00)

Selkirk

Amped Pro Air Invikta

$100.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Gruvn Lazr-16x if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (110.58 vs 114.05) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 5.93 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Selkirk Amped Pro Air Invikta if…

  • You want more power — SW 114.05 is 3.47 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $52 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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