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Paddle Comparison

Selkirk Amped Control Invikta vs Selkirk Amped S2

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

Selkirk Amped Control Invikta

Higher Swing Weight (power) (115.43 vs 97.68, +17.75)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Amped S2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (115.43 vs 97.68)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Amped S2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.79 vs 6.46, +0.67)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Selkirk
Selkirk

Model

Amped Control Invikta
Amped S2

Shape

Elongated
Widebody

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
7.7 oz

Swing Weight

115.43
97.68

Twist Weight

5.79
6.46

Play Style

control
control

Retail Price

$100.00
$100.00

Discount

Effective Price

$100.00
$100.00

Selkirk

Amped Control Invikta

$100.00

Selkirk

Amped S2

$100.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta if…

  • You want more power — SW 115.43 is 17.75 points higher.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

Pick the Selkirk Amped S2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (97.68 vs 115.43) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.46 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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