Perseus Pro IV (16mm)
60/100PaddleDB score#43 of 58 paddles
Performance
Paddle Specs
- Generation
- N/A
- Core Material
- N/A
- Face Material
- N/A
- RPM
- 2,123
- Shape
- N/A
- Paddle Weight
- 8.1 oz
- Swing Weight
- 118
- Twist Weight
- 6.29
- Handle Length
- 5.5 in
- Grip Size
- 4.25
Description
No description available.
How the Perseus Pro IV (16mm) compares
The Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) is a 16mm pickleball paddle, released in 2025, with a list price of $279.95. In PaddleDB's ratings it scores Power 83, Pop 77, Spin 74, Agility 21 and Control 61 out of 100. Its strongest rating is Power, higher than 61% of the 82 paddles rated for power. Its all-round score of 60 ranks #43 of 58 paddles rated in all four core categories. It weighs 8.1 oz, has a swing weight of 118 and a twist weight of 6.29.
Strengths and trade-offs, by the numbers
Stands out for
Nothing stands out against the rest of the database.
Trade-offs
- Agility rating of 21/100 ranks 76 of 85 — in the bottom quarter for agility.
- List price of $279.95 is higher than 85% of paddles in PaddleDB.
- Control rating of 61/100 ranks 55 of 76 — in the bottom quarter for control.
Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) specs
| Brand | Joola |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2025 |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Length | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 in |
| Face length | 11 in |
| Handle length | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in |
| Weight | 8.1 oz |
| Swing weight | 118 |
| Twist weight | 6.29 |
| Balance point | 24.5 cm |
| Spin RPM | 2,123 |
| Surface texture | Feel-Tec Grip |
| Approval | USAP/UPA-A |
| List price | $279.95 |
Paddles with similar ratings
Closest matches on Power, Control, Spin and Agility, favouring the same thickness and shape.
| Paddle | Power | Control | Spin | Agility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) (this paddle) | 83 | 61 | 74 | 21 | $279.95 |
| Joola Hyperion Pro IV (16mm) | N/A | 57 | 74 | N/A | $279.95 |
| Spartus P1 Elongated | 87 | 69 | 76 | 17 | $219.99 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J7NF | N/A | 61 | 80 | 13 | $195 |
| Holbrook Fuze Elongated (16mm) | 95 | 62 | 73 | 23 | $229.99 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) good for power?
It is about average for power. Its Power rating is 83/100, ranking 32 of 82 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power — higher than 61% of them.
Is the Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) good for control?
Its Control rating is 61/100, ranking 55 of 76 paddles rated for control — higher than 25% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm)?
118. That is heavier than 68% of the 106 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.5).
How much does the Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) weigh?
8.1 oz. The median paddle in PaddleDB weighs 8.09 oz.
Is the Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) USAP approved?
Yes — PaddleDB lists it as approved by USAP and UPA-A. Approval lists change, so confirm on the official list before a sanctioned event.
How much does the Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) cost?
The Joola Perseus Pro IV (16mm) has a list price of $279.95.
Ratings are relative to the 112 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.