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Paddle Comparison

Joola Pro V Perseus vs Selkirk Boomstik

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

Selkirk Boomstik

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.29 vs 120.09, +3.80)

Hand Speed

Joola Pro V Perseus

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.29 vs 120.09)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Boomstik

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.35 vs 6.84, +0.49)

Value

Joola Pro V Perseus

Lower effective price ($280.46 vs $283.04, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Joola
Selkirk

Model

Pro V Perseus
Boomstik

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

116.29
120.09

Twist Weight

6.35
6.84

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$329.95
$332.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$280.46
$283.04

Joola

Pro V Perseus

$280.46 (was $329.95)

Selkirk

Boomstik

$283.04 (was $332.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Joola Pro V Perseus if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.29 vs 120.09) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.

Pick the Selkirk Boomstik if…

  • You want more power — SW 120.09 is 3.80 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.84 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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