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Charm V
$303
Pickleball Apes
Charm V – 16mm
The Shogun 16mm Pickleball Paddle
$292
Bread & Butter
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
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Quick verdict

Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (Charm V) vs Reach-leaning (The Shogun Pickleball Paddle).

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Decision shortcuts

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

If you want reach/leverage, start with The Shogun Pickleball Paddle (longer length or grip).

If you want spin-friendly feel, start with The Shogun Pickleball Paddle (face material or texture).

Best-for highlights

Charm V
Forgiveness-leaning
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle
Reach-leaningSpin-friendly

Key differences

  • Length: The Shogun Pickleball Paddle is longer by 18mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.8 in (401 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: Charm V is wider by 19mm (8.1 in (206 mm) vs 7.4 in (187 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
  • Core material: EPP core with PU padding vs High-Density Polypropylene Core
  • Face material: Kevlar vs T700 Carbon Fiber x Electroplated Polyester Weave

Bottom line

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Charm V – 16mm
Price$303
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreEPP core with PU padding
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
PriceUSD 292
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreHigh-Density Polypropylene Core

These paddles differ in price, dimensions, grip and materials.

Price:$292 – $303
Core:EPP core with PU padding vs High-Density Polypropylene Core
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Pricing

Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.

Minimum priceDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
$303.00
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
USD 292.00
Maximum priceDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
$303.00
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
USD 292.00

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
15.8 in (401 mm)
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
WidthDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
8.1 in (206 mm)
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
7.4 in (187 mm)

Grip

Grip circumferenceDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
4.25 in (108 mm)
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
4.29 in (109 mm)

Materials

Core materialDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
EPP core with PU padding
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
High-Density Polypropylene Core
Face materialDifferent
Charm V – 16mm
Kevlar
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
T700 Carbon Fiber x Electroplated Polyester Weave
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