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Paddle Comparison

Maverix Havik 2 vs Pickle Poppers Pop N Pink

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

Maverix Havik 2

Higher Swing Weight (power) (113.51 vs 93.59, +19.92)

Hand Speed

Pickle Poppers Pop N Pink

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (113.51 vs 93.59)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Maverix Havik 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.23 vs 6.08, +0.15)

Value

Pickle Poppers Pop N Pink

Lower effective price ($148.49 vs $144.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Maverix
Pickle Poppers

Model

Havik 2
Pop N Pink

Shape

Elongated
Widebody

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
7.4 oz

Swing Weight

113.51
93.59

Twist Weight

6.23
6.08

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$164.99
$169.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$148.49
$144.49

Maverix

Havik 2

$148.49 (was $164.99)

Pickle Poppers

Pop N Pink

$144.49 (was $169.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Maverix Havik 2 if…

  • You want more power — SW 113.51 is 19.92 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.23 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

Pick the Pickle Poppers Pop N Pink if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (93.59 vs 113.51) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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