JOOLA Tyson McGuffin Magnus 3S 14mm 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
$200–$260
In rankings
At a glance
Strength
value
Value is a common tradeoff—some feel the price is high for the tier.
Strength
feel
Feedback is mixed on this theme lately.
Our grade
Excellent
Competitive standout
Thickness
14.0 mm
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.
- feelFeedback is mixed on this theme lately.
What people are saying
smooth impactconnected feelpremium tier
Feel
- Most feedback points to comfortable over long sessions.
- It tends to feel connected and clean, especially in hands battles at the net.
Value
- The first impression is good value when on sale.
- In real play, it shows up as worth it for the performance.
Phrased for clarity.
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