Niupipo Explorer Pro
Who This Paddle Is For
all-around
Best-selling Amazon budget paddle, carbon composite face.
About the Niupipo Explorer Pro
The Niupipo Explorer Pro is a widebody-shape pickleball paddle with a carbon fiber composite face over a 13mm core. It comes in around 7.3–8.1 oz with a 5.1" grip. Listed price: $59.99.
Playstyle fit: all-around. The widebody shape favors a forgiving sweet spot.
Best-selling Amazon budget paddle, carbon composite face.
Available direct from Niupipo.
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13mm core, carbon fiber composite face. Pop on demand without giving up the soft game. Best for players looking for a do-it-all paddle without a sharp learning curve.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 1.3 / 10
- Hand speed
- 9.8 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 10.0 / 10
- Touch
- 2.0 / 10
- Spin
- 4.4 / 10
Bottom 4% of catalog on power
Top 4% of catalog on hand speed
Top 26% of catalog on forgiveness
Bottom 13% of catalog on touch
Below the catalog median on spin
Who it's for
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a quick, hands-first style. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niupipo (direct) | $59.99 | In stock | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Niupipo Explorer Pro USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Niupipo Explorer Pro is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/2970.
What's the core thickness of the Niupipo Explorer Pro?
The Niupipo Explorer Pro uses a 13mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a carbon fiber composite face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Niupipo Explorer Pro best for?
The Niupipo Explorer Pro is best for players who prioritize a all-around game and prefer a widebody shape, in the 7.3–8.1 oz weight range.