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Paddle Comparison

Head Radical vs Joola Pro V Perseus

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

Joola Pro V Perseus

Higher Swing Weight (power) (113.83 vs 116.29, +2.46)

Hand Speed

Head Radical

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (113.83 vs 116.29)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Head Radical

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.83 vs 6.35, +0.48)

Value

Head Radical

Lower effective price ($169.15 vs $280.46, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Head
Joola

Model

Radical
Pro V Perseus

Shape

Widebody
Elongated

Thickness

15mm
16mm

Weight

8.3 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

113.83
116.29

Twist Weight

6.83
6.35

Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$199.00
$329.95

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$169.15
$280.46

Head

Radical

$169.15 (was $199.00)

Joola

Pro V Perseus

$280.46 (was $329.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Head Radical if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (113.83 vs 116.29) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.83 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $111 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

Pick the Joola Pro V Perseus if…

  • You want more power — SW 116.29 is 2.46 points higher.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

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