JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16 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
$160–$200
Customer rating 3.8/5 (23)
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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
Weight
8.0 oz
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
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Touch & Control
- It tends to feel easy to place, especially when trying to hit your spots under pressure.
- Players often call out confidence-inspiring at the kitchen when on resets and dinks.
Power
- In real play, it shows up as punchy without feeling wild.
- The common thread: lively when you step in.
Spin
- Rolls and cuts are described as easy to roll topspin.
- The face grip shows up as confident on angles on shaped shots.
Stability
- Most feedback points to less twisty on mishits.
- It tends to feel solid against pace, especially when you need pace without overswinging.
Value
- Players often call out priced like a premium paddle when on resets and dinks.
- For the money, people describe the performance as good value when on sale.
Overall
- The common thread: easy to adjust to.
- Most feedback points to predictable in play.
Phrased for clarity.
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Where to buy
Current listings and price checks.
Best offerJOOLA
$160
Best priceIn stock
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