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Charm V
$303
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Charm V – 16mm
Harmony X
$205
Pickleball Apes
Harmony X – 16mm
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Quick verdict

Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (Charm V) vs Reach-leaning (Harmony X).

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Decision shortcuts

If you want forgiveness, start with Charm V (wider face).

If you want reach/leverage, start with Harmony X (longer length or grip).

If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Harmony X (face material or texture).

Best-for highlights

Charm V
Forgiveness-leaning
Harmony X
Reach-leaningSpin-friendlyValue-leaning

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Harmony X is cheaper by $98.00 ($205.00 vs $303.00)
  • Length: Harmony X is longer by 22mm (16.7 in (423 mm) vs 15.8 in (401 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: Charm V is wider by 17mm (8.1 in (206 mm) vs 7.4 in (189 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
  • Core material: EPP core with PU padding vs Polypropylene + Foam
  • Face material: Kevlar vs Carbon

Bottom line

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Charm V – 16mm
Price$303
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreEPP core with PU padding
Harmony X – 16mm
Price$205
Weight8 oz
Thickness16 mm
CorePolypropylene + Foam

These paddles differ in price, dimensions and materials.

Price:$205 – $303
Core:EPP core with PU padding vs Polypropylene + Foam
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Showing 6 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
$98 range
Charm V – 16mm
$303.00
Harmony X – 16mm
$205.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$98 range
Charm V – 16mm
$303.00
Harmony X – 16mm
$205.00

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
15.8 in (401 mm)
Harmony X – 16mm
16.7 in (423 mm)
WidthDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
8.1 in (206 mm)
Harmony X – 16mm
7.4 in (189 mm)

Materials

Core materialDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
EPP core with PU padding
Harmony X – 16mm
Polypropylene + Foam
Face materialDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
Kevlar
Harmony X – 16mm
Carbon
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