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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre) vs Forgiveness-leaning (Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre (lighter weight).
If you want forgiveness, start with Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre (wider face).
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White (face material or texture).
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Key differences
- Weight: Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre is lighter by 14g (7.4 oz (210 g) vs 7.9 oz (224 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Length: Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White is longer by 9mm (16 in (406 mm) vs 15.6 in (397 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre is wider by 13mm (7.5 in (191 mm) vs 7 in (178 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Core material: Poly Core vs Polymer Honeycomb
These paddles differ in price, weight, dimensions and materials.
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Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
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How we detect differences
We highlight specs as "different" when they exceed these thresholds:
- Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
- Thickness: 1mm or more difference
- Price: $20 or more difference
- Materials: Any difference in core or face material