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Paddle Comparison

Head Radical vs Pickle Poppers Pop N Treasure

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

Head Radical

Higher Swing Weight (power) (113.83 vs 111.43, +2.40)

Hand Speed

Pickle Poppers Pop N Treasure

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (113.83 vs 111.43)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Pickle Poppers Pop N Treasure

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.83 vs 7.25, +0.42)

Value

Pickle Poppers Pop N Treasure

Lower effective price ($169.15 vs $152.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Head
Pickle Poppers

Model

Radical
Pop N Treasure

Shape

Widebody
Widebody

Thickness

15mm
16mm

Weight

8.3 oz
8.04 oz

Swing Weight

113.83
111.43

Twist Weight

6.83
7.25

Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$199.00
$179.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$169.15
$152.99

Head

Radical

$169.15 (was $199.00)

Pickle Poppers

Pop N Treasure

$152.99 (was $179.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Head Radical if…

  • You want more power — SW 113.83 is 2.40 points higher.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Pickle Poppers Pop N Treasure if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (111.43 vs 113.83) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 7.25 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $16 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

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