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Paddle Comparison

Hudef Viva 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

Hudef Viva

Higher Swing Weight (power) (121.24 vs 0, +121.24)

Hand Speed

Locker Room Power FX

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (121.24 vs 0)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Hudef Viva

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.22 vs 0, +6.22)

Value

Locker Room Power FX

Lower effective price ($152.99 vs $152.96, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Hudef
Locker Room

Model

Viva
Power FX

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
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Swing Weight

121.24
—

Twist Weight

6.22
—

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$169.99
$179.95

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$152.99
$152.96

Hudef

Viva

$152.99 (was $169.99)

Locker Room

Power FX

$152.96 (was $179.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Hudef Viva if…

  • You want more power — SW 121.24 is 121.24 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.22 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Locker Room Power FX if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (0 vs 121.24) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.

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