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Paddle Comparison

Joola Pro V Perseus vs Volair Mach 1 Forza

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

Volair Mach 1 Forza

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.29 vs 117.27, +0.98)

Hand Speed

Joola Pro V Perseus

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.29 vs 117.27)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Volair Mach 1 Forza

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.35 vs 6.37, +0.02)

Value

Volair Mach 1 Forza

Lower effective price ($280.46 vs $107.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Joola
Volair

Model

Pro V Perseus
Mach 1 Forza

Shape

Elongated
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

116.29
117.27

Twist Weight

6.35
6.37

Play Style

power
control

Retail Price

$329.95
$119.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$280.46
$107.99

Joola

Pro V Perseus

$280.46 (was $329.95)

Volair

Mach 1 Forza

$107.99 (was $119.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Joola Pro V Perseus if…

  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.

Pick the Volair Mach 1 Forza if…

  • You're price-conscious — about $172 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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