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Paddle Comparison

Honolulu J6CR vs Locker Room Power FX

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

Honolulu J6CR

Higher Swing Weight (power) (115.36 vs 0, +115.36)

Hand Speed

Locker Room Power FX

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (115.36 vs 0)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Honolulu J6CR

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.43 vs 0, +6.43)

Value

Locker Room Power FX

Lower effective price ($175.50 vs $152.96, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Honolulu
Locker Room

Model

J6CR
Power FX

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
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Swing Weight

115.36
—

Twist Weight

6.43
—

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$195.00
$179.95

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$175.50
$152.96

Honolulu

J6CR

$175.50 (was $195.00)

Locker Room

Power FX

$152.96 (was $179.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Honolulu J6CR if…

  • You want more power — SW 115.36 is 115.36 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.43 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Locker Room Power FX if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (0 vs 115.36) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $23 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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