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Paddle Comparison

Holbrook Mav 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

Holbrook Mav

Higher Swing Weight (power) (118.43 vs 116.29, +2.14)

Hand Speed

Joola Pro V Perseus

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (118.43 vs 116.29)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Holbrook Mav

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.49 vs 6.35, +0.14)

Value

Holbrook Mav

Lower effective price ($84.99 vs $280.46, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Holbrook
Joola

Model

Mav
Pro V Perseus

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

118.43
116.29

Twist Weight

6.49
6.35

Play Style

power

Retail Price

$99.99
$329.95

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$84.99
$280.46

Holbrook

Mav

$84.99 (was $99.99)

Joola

Pro V Perseus

$280.46 (was $329.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Holbrook Mav if…

  • You want more power — SW 118.43 is 2.14 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.49 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $195 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Joola Pro V Perseus if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.29 vs 118.43) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

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