JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 vs RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated
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 Scorpeus Pro V 16 | RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.8–7.8 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Gen 5 polypropylene honeycomb | Honeycomb with foam perimeter (Tri-Density Core) |
| Face material | Carbon Friction Spinning V (CFS-V) | Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $299.95 | $249.99 |
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Core thickness
Core material
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What the spec differences mean
- Weight. JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated at 7.8 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Length and width. JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 measures 16.5" × 7.38"; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated measures 16.5" × 7.5". Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Face material. JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 lists its face as Carbon Friction Spinning V; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated lists Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 lists its core as Gen 5 polypropylene honeycomb; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated lists Honeycomb with foam perimeter. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
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
RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel 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: spin
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16 if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated if…
- ✓you want a quick, hands-first paddle
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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