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Paddle Comparison

Holbrook Arma Metallic vs Joola 3S Dual 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

Holbrook Arma Metallic

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.89 vs 116.56, +0.33)

Hand Speed

Joola 3S Dual Perseus

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.89 vs 116.56)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Holbrook Arma Metallic

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.51 vs 6.1, +0.41)

Value

Joola 3S Dual Perseus

Lower effective price ($169.99 vs $169.96, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Holbrook
Joola

Model

Arma Metallic
3S Dual Perseus

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

14mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

116.89
116.56

Twist Weight

6.51
6.1

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$199.99
$199.95

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$169.99
$169.96

Holbrook

Arma Metallic

$169.99 (was $199.99)

Joola

3S Dual Perseus

$169.96 (was $199.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Holbrook Arma Metallic if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.51 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Joola 3S Dual Perseus if…

  • You've already decided this is your brand or build preference.

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