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Quick verdict
Main split: Soft feel-leaning (Phoenix G6) vs Pop-leaning (Z1 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Orange).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want softer feel, start with Phoenix G6 (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with Z1 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Orange (thinner core).
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Key differences
- Minimum price: Z1 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Orange is cheaper by USD 10.00 (USD 59.99 vs USD 69.99)
- Thickness: Z1 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Orange is thinner by 2.3mm (12 mm vs 14.3 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Core material: PolyCore vs Polypropylene
- Face material: Graphite vs Composite
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
These paddles differ in price, thickness, dimensions 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