Paddle Comparison
Ronbus Tenon 3 vs RPM Q2
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
RPM Q2
Higher Swing Weight (power) (118.45 vs 120.16, +1.71)
Hand Speed
Ronbus Tenon 3
Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (118.45 vs 120.16)
Sweet Spot / Forgiveness
RPM Q2
Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.9 vs 6.05, +0.15)
Value
Ronbus Tenon 3
Lower effective price ($149.99 vs $212.49, with PLAYBOOK)
Side-by-side specs
Brand
Model
Shape
Thickness
Weight
Swing Weight
Twist Weight
Play Style
Retail Price
Discount
Effective Price
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Which paddle should you buy?
Pick the Ronbus Tenon 3 if…
- You want faster hands — lower SW (118.45 vs 120.16) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
- You're price-conscious — about $63 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
Pick the RPM Q2 if…
- You want more power — SW 120.16 is 1.71 points higher.
- You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.05 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
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