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Paddle Comparison

Holbrook Mav vs Holbrook Paddle Trainer

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 Mav

Higher Swing Weight (power) (118.43 vs 96.66, +21.77)

Hand Speed

Holbrook Paddle Trainer

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (118.43 vs 96.66)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Holbrook Mav

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.49 vs 2.36, +4.13)

Value

Holbrook Paddle Trainer

Lower effective price ($84.99 vs $42.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Holbrook
Holbrook

Model

Mav
Paddle Trainer

Shape

Elongated
Sweetspot

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
7.7 oz

Swing Weight

118.43
96.66

Twist Weight

6.49
2.36

Play Style

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Retail Price

$99.99
$49.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$84.99
$42.49

Holbrook

Mav

$84.99 (was $99.99)

Holbrook

Paddle Trainer

$42.49 (was $49.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Holbrook Mav if…

  • You want more power — SW 118.43 is 21.77 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.49 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the sweetspot.

Pick the Holbrook Paddle Trainer if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (96.66 vs 118.43) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $42 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • You prefer the sweetspot shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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