JOOLA Pro IV vs Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
The value vs. premium matchup
The JOOLA Pro IV's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm is the value pick at $119.99. JOOLA Pro IV is the premium option at $249.95 — you're paying for the Carbon fiber.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | JOOLA Pro IV | Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.6–8 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 14mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face material | Carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $249.95 | $119.99 |
Weight
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Core thickness
Core material
Face material
Handle length
Price
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. JOOLA Pro IV is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm at 7.6–8 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm is 0.3 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. JOOLA Pro IV has a 16mm core; Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm has a 14mm core, so the JOOLA Pro IV core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Core material. JOOLA Pro IV lists its core as Polymer honeycomb; Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm lists Polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
JOOLA Pro IV
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
Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power, spin
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the JOOLA Pro IV if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm if…
- ✓you want a quick, hands-first paddle
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
More matchups with the JOOLA Pro IV
More matchups with the Volair Mach 1 Forza 14mm
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