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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre) vs Forgiveness-leaning (VANGUARD Power Air - Epic).
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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 VANGUARD Power Air - Epic (wider face).
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with VANGUARD Power Air - Epic (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.
- Width: VANGUARD Power Air - Epic is wider by 12mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Grip circumference: Dart Pickleball Paddle - Black Ombre is smaller by 6mm (4.02 in (102 mm) vs 4.25 in (108 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Core material: Poly Core vs Polymer Honeycomb
These paddles differ in price, weight, dimensions, grip and materials.
Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
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