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Paddle Comparison

Mint Ghost vs Nox JC6

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

Nox JC6

Higher Swing Weight (power) (113.4 vs 114.68, +1.28)

Hand Speed

Mint Ghost

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (113.4 vs 114.68)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Nox JC6

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.05 vs 6.06, +0.01)

Value

Mint Ghost

Lower effective price ($165.71 vs $174.24, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Mint
Nox

Model

Ghost
JC6

Shape

Hybrid
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

113.4
114.68

Twist Weight

6.05
6.06

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$194.95
$204.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$165.71
$174.24

Mint

Ghost

$165.71 (was $194.95)

Nox

JC6

$174.24 (was $204.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Mint Ghost if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (113.4 vs 114.68) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $9 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

Pick the Nox JC6 if…

  • You want more power — SW 114.68 is 1.28 points higher.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.

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