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Quick verdict
Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (Phoenix Genesis) vs Spin-friendly (Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White).
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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.
Prices use mixed currencies; value comparisons are limited.
Decision shortcuts
If you want forgiveness, start with Phoenix Genesis (wider face).
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White (face material or texture).
Best-for highlights
Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White
Spin-friendly
Phoenix Genesis
Forgiveness-leaning
Key differences
- Weight: Phoenix Genesis is lighter by 9g (7.6 oz (215 g) vs 7.9 oz (224 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Width: Phoenix Genesis is wider by 25mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7 in (178 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Core material: Polymer Honeycomb vs PolyCore
Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White – 13mm
Price$90
Weight7.9 oz
Thickness13 mm
CorePolymer Honeycomb
Phoenix Genesis – 12.7mm
PriceUSD 80
Weight7.6 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
CorePolyCore
These paddles differ in price, weight, dimensions and materials.
Price:$80 – $90
Weight:7.6 – 7.9 oz
Core:Polymer Honeycomb vs PolyCore
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Showing 5 meaningful differences
Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
Minimum priceDifferent
Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White – 13mm
$89.95
Phoenix Genesis – 12.7mm
USD 79.99
Maximum priceDifferent
$120 rangeAirbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White – 13mm
$199.99
Phoenix Genesis – 12.7mm
USD 79.99
Weight
WeightDifferent
0.3 oz rangeAirbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White – 13mm
7.9 oz (224 g)
Phoenix Genesis – 12.7mm
7.6 oz (215 g)
Dimensions
WidthDifferent
Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White – 13mm
7 in (178 mm)
Phoenix Genesis – 12.7mm
8 in (203 mm)
Materials
Core materialDifferent
Airbender 13 Pickleball Paddle - White – 13mm
Polymer Honeycomb
Phoenix Genesis – 12.7mm
PolyCore
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