JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Pickleball Paddle
A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.
Best for
Value pick
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$160
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In rankings
At a glance
Strength
value
Value is a common tradeoff—some feel the price is high for the tier.
Strength
spin
Spin is described as solid, but not a standout versus the grippiest faces.
Our grade
Excellent
Competitive standout
Thickness
16.0 mm
Weight
8.4 oz
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- valueValue is a common tradeoff—some feel the price is high for the tier.
- spinSpin is described as solid, but not a standout versus the grippiest faces.
What people are saying
easy resetspunchy popheavy topspinbite on cutsforgiving sweet spotsolid vs pacestrong valueconsistent
Touch & Control
- The first impression is steady on resets.
- In real play, it shows up as forgiving on soft touch.
Power
- Players often call out quick on putaways when when rolling topspin from the baseline.
- Putaways come easier than expected—strong on drives.
Spin
- The common thread: reliable for cut shots.
- Most feedback points to consistent bite on the ball.
Stability
- In fast exchanges, the head feels forgiving off-center.
- The first impression is trustworthy under pressure.
Value
- In real play, it shows up as a strong pick at its tier.
- The common thread: competitive for the feature set.
Overall
- The first impression is solid across the court.
- In real play, it shows up as comfortable for most players.
Phrased for clarity.
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Where to buy
Current listings and price checks.
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$160
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