JOOLA Simone Jardim Hyperion Pro IV 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
$230–$280
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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
feel
Feedback is mixed on this theme lately.
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.
- feelFeedback is mixed on this theme lately.
What people are saying
punchy popforgiving sweet spotsolid vs paceconnected feelclean response
Power
- The common thread: quick on putaways.
- Most feedback points to strong on drives.
Stability
- It tends to feel forgiving off-center, especially in hands battles at the net.
- Players often call out trustworthy under pressure when when rolling topspin from the baseline.
Feel
- In real play, it shows up as crisp but not harsh.
- The common thread: smooth through impact.
Phrased for clarity.
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Where to buy
Current listings and price checks.
Best offerJOOLA
$230
Best priceIn stock
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