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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Airbender 16 Pickleball Paddle - White) vs Forgiveness-leaning (SWORD & SHIELD J1).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Airbender 16 Pickleball Paddle - White (lighter weight).
If you want forgiveness, start with SWORD & SHIELD J1 (wider face).
If you want reach/leverage, start with SWORD & SHIELD J1 (longer length or grip).
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Key differences
- Weight: Airbender 16 Pickleball Paddle - White is lighter by 14g (8.3 oz (235 g) vs 8.8 oz (249 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Length: SWORD & SHIELD J1 is longer by 13mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 16 in (406 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: SWORD & SHIELD J1 is wider by 13mm (7.5 in (191 mm) vs 7 in (178 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Core material: Polymer Honeycomb vs PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
- Face material: T700 Carbon Fiber vs PREMIUM JAPANESE RAW T700 TORAY CARBON FIBER
Tradeoffs
Reach vs fast hands: Longer paddles add reach and leverage; lighter setups tend to feel quicker in hand.
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