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Paddle Comparison

Honolulu J3CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface 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

Joola 3S Dual Perseus

Higher Swing Weight (power) (0 vs 116.56, +116.56)

Hand Speed

Honolulu J3CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (0 vs 116.56)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Joola 3S Dual Perseus

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (0 vs 6.1, +6.10)

Value

Joola 3S Dual Perseus

Lower effective price ($175.50 vs $169.96, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Honolulu
Joola

Model

J3CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface
3S Dual Perseus

Shape

Widebody
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

116.56

Twist Weight

6.1

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$195.00
$199.95

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$175.50
$169.96

Honolulu

J3CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

$175.50 (was $195.00)

Joola

3S Dual Perseus

$169.96 (was $199.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Honolulu J3CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (0 vs 116.56) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

Pick the Joola 3S Dual Perseus if…

  • You want more power — SW 116.56 is 116.56 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.1 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $6 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

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