Joola Ben Johns Hyperion 3s 16mm Pickleball Paddle
A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.
Best for
All-court playFast handsConfident resets
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$260
In rankings
At a glance
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Strength
control
Some feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
Our grade
Excellent
Competitive standout
Thickness
16.0 mm
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- powerA few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
- controlSome feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
What people are saying
easy resetspunchy popconnected feelclean response
Touch & Control
- It’s easy to keep the ball low thanks to steady on resets.
- The first impression is forgiving on soft touch.
Power
- It tends to feel quick on putaways, especially when trying to hit your spots under pressure.
- Players often call out strong on drives when on resets and dinks.
Feel
- Most feedback points to crisp but not harsh.
- It tends to feel smooth through impact, especially when you need pace without overswinging.
Phrased for clarity.
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