JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm vs JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Close call — here's the tiebreaker
Both paddles target spin players — the choice comes down to feel and price.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm | JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.9–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Propulsion Core polymer honeycomb | Gen 5 polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face material | Textured carbon fiber | Carbon Friction Spinning V (CFS-V) |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $299.95 | $299.95 |
Weight
Shape
Core thickness
Core material
Face material
Handle length
Price
What the spec differences mean
- Length and width. JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm measures 16.5" × 7.5"; JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 measures 16.5" × 7.38". Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Face material. JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm lists its face as Textured carbon fiber; JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 lists Carbon Friction Spinning V. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm lists its core as Propulsion Core polymer honeycomb; JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 lists Gen 5 polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power, spin
JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced, spin
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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