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Quick verdict
Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (SWORD & SHIELD J3) vs Reach-leaning (Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want forgiveness, start with SWORD & SHIELD J3 (wider face).
If you want reach/leverage, start with Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle (longer length or grip).
Best-for highlights
SWORD & SHIELD J3
Forgiveness-leaning
Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle
Reach-leaning
Key differences
- Length: Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle is longer by 13mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 16 in (406 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: SWORD & SHIELD J3 is wider by 12mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Face material: PREMIUM JAPANESE RAW T700 TORAY CARBON FIBER vs Textured Carbon Fiber
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
PriceUSD 188
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CorePREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
Price$114
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
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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
$74 rangeSWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
USD 188.00
Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
$114.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$252 rangeSWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
USD 188.00
Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
$439.95
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
16 in (406 mm)
Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
WidthDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
8 in (203 mm)
Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
7.5 in (191 mm)
Materials
Face materialDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
PREMIUM JAPANESE RAW T700 TORAY CARBON FIBER
Agassi Pro Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
Textured Carbon Fiber
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