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Paddle Comparison

PaddleTek Honeyfoam TKO-X vs RPM Friction Pro V2

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

PaddleTek Honeyfoam TKO-X

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.67 vs 116.91, +0.76)

Hand Speed

RPM Friction Pro V2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.67 vs 116.91)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

RPM Friction Pro V2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.97 vs 6.28, +0.31)

Value

RPM Friction Pro V2

Lower effective price ($224.99 vs $212.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

PaddleTek
RPM

Model

Honeyfoam TKO-X
Friction Pro V2

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.2 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

117.67
116.91

Twist Weight

5.97
6.28

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$249.99
$249.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$224.99
$212.49

PaddleTek

Honeyfoam TKO-X

$224.99 (was $249.99)

RPM

Friction Pro V2

$212.49 (was $249.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the PaddleTek Honeyfoam TKO-X if…

  • You've already decided this is your brand or build preference.

Pick the RPM Friction Pro V2 if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.28 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $13 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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