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Paddle Comparison

Holbrook Mav vs Mint Mon Ami

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

Mint Mon Ami

Higher Swing Weight (power) (118.43 vs 123.47, +5.04)

Hand Speed

Holbrook Mav

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (118.43 vs 123.47)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Holbrook Mav

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.49 vs 6.16, +0.33)

Value

Holbrook Mav

Lower effective price ($84.99 vs $152.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Holbrook
Mint

Model

Mav
Mon Ami

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
18mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.7 oz

Swing Weight

118.43
123.47

Twist Weight

6.49
6.16

Play Style

—
all-court

Retail Price

$99.99
$179.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$84.99
$152.99

Holbrook

Mav

$84.99 (was $99.99)

Mint

Mon Ami

$152.99 (was $179.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Holbrook Mav if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (118.43 vs 123.47) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.49 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $68 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Mint Mon Ami if…

  • You want more power — SW 123.47 is 5.04 points higher.
  • Your game leans all-court — this is tuned for that style.

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