PickleballPaddles2026
Best Power Paddles for 2026
Picks that help you generate pace and finish points.
Top pick
The standout choice if you want the shortest path to a confident buy.
Best power
Proton Project Flamingo
Put-away pace and drive-friendly response when you want to press. A confident choice if you want a fast path to a shortlist.
Why it stands out
- Generates pace without forcing you into full-send swings.
- Helps you finish points when you step in on putaways.
- Stability feels like a feature here (Twist 8.10).
Stable feelGrade StrongWeight: 8.1 oz
Best for
Drive-heavy gamesPut-away paceAggressive singles
Not for
Pure touch-first playersSuper-light swings
Top 5
Four more picks worth considering before you shop.
Power runner-up
Joola Vision Cgs 16mm
Drive-friendly response when you want easier pace.
Grade EmergingThickness: 16.0 mm
Also great
Gearbox GX2 Power – the Best Gearbox Paddle Yet
Drive-friendly response when you want easier pace.
Grade ExcellentWeight: 8.0 oz
Power alternative
Joola Radius Cgs 16 Graphite Paddle
Drive-friendly response when you want easier pace.
Price $140Grade Excellent
Finisher pickJOOLA
JOOLA Perseus Heat Vision Pickleball Paddle
Drive-friendly response when you want easier pace.
Price $100Grade ExcellentThickness: 16.0 mm
Compare the top picks
A quick scan of price and key specs before you open product pages.
| Product | Best for | Grade | Price | Key specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stable feel | Strong | — | Weight: 8.1 ozTwist: 8.10 | |
| Easy pace | Emerging | — | Thickness: 16.0 mmWeight: 7.8 oz | |
| Easy pace | Excellent | — | Weight: 8.0 oz | |
| Easy pace | Excellent | $140 | — | |
| Easy pace | Excellent | $100 | Thickness: 16.0 mm |
Tip: open 2–3 contenders in new tabs, then compare feel (touch vs power) and key specs like thickness and weight.