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Phoenix Genesis 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
$80
Customer rating 3.8/5 (32)
At a glance
Strength
feel
Feedback is mixed on this theme lately.
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Phoenix Genesis Paddle
Our grade
Strong
Reliable all-court

What stands out

The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
  • feel
    Feedback is mixed on this theme lately.
  • power
    A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
What people are saying
predictable placementputaway-readyshapeable shotsgrippy facestable headsteady on mishitsnot buzzysmooth impact
Touch & Control
  • It’s easy to keep the ball low thanks to forgiving on soft touch.
  • The first impression is easy to place.
Power
  • It tends to feel strong on drives, especially in hands battles at the net.
  • Players often call out punchy without feeling wild when when rolling topspin from the baseline.
Spin
  • In real play, it shows up as consistent bite on the ball.
  • The common thread: easy to roll topspin.
Stability
  • On off-center contact, the paddle stays trustworthy under pressure.
  • In fast exchanges, the head feels less twisty on mishits.
Feel
  • Most feedback points to smooth through impact.
  • It tends to feel plush without being mushy, especially when trying to hit your spots under pressure.
Value
  • The first impression is competitive for the feature set.
  • In real play, it shows up as priced like a premium paddle.

Phrased for clarity.

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