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Diadem Hush Pickleball Paddle

Diadem Hush Pickleball Paddle is known for easy pace (8.1 oz).

Best for
Power & paceValue pick
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
At a glance
Strength
power
It’s frequently described as easy to generate pace without overswinging.
Strength
value
Price-to-performance comes up as a reason people recommend it.
Diadem Hush Pickleball Paddle
Our grade
Emerging
Still proving out
Weight
8.1 oz
Twist weight
3.0

What stands out

The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
  • power
    It’s frequently described as easy to generate pace without overswinging.
  • value
    Price-to-performance comes up as a reason people recommend it.
What people are saying
calm toucheasy pacebite on cutssharp anglesworth the price
Touch & Control
  • Players often call out easy to place when on resets and dinks.
  • Soft shots land with confidence-inspiring at the kitchen, and resets feel confidence-inspiring at the kitchen.
Power
  • The common thread: punchy without feeling wild.
  • Most feedback points to lively when you step in.
Spin
  • The face grip shows up as easy to roll topspin on shaped shots.
  • The first impression is confident on angles.
Value
  • For the money, people describe the performance as priced like a premium paddle.
  • The value proposition comes down to good value when on sale.

Phrased for clarity.

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