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Paddle Comparison

Honolulu J6CR 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) (115.36 vs 116.56, +1.20)

Hand Speed

Honolulu J6CR

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (115.36 vs 116.56)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Honolulu J6CR

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.43 vs 6.1, +0.33)

Value

Joola 3S Dual Perseus

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

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Honolulu
Joola

Model

J6CR
3S Dual Perseus

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

115.36
116.56

Twist Weight

6.43
6.1

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$195.00
$199.95

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$175.50
$169.96

Honolulu

J6CR

$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 J6CR if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (115.36 vs 116.56) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.43 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Joola 3S Dual Perseus if…

  • You want more power — SW 116.56 is 1.20 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $6 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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