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

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

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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.

Decision shortcuts

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

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

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

Best-for highlights

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

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Harmony V is cheaper by $98.00 ($205.00 vs $303.00)
  • Weight: Harmony V is lighter by 8g (7.9 oz (224 g) vs 8.2 oz (232 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
  • Length: Charm X is longer by 18mm (16.5 in (420 mm) vs 15.8 in (402 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: Harmony V is wider by 15mm (8.1 in (205 mm) vs 7.5 in (190 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 X – 16mm
Price$303
Weight8.2 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreEPP core with PU padding
Harmony V – 16mm
Price$205
Weight7.9 oz
Thickness16 mm
CorePolypropylene + Foam

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

Price:$205 – $303
Weight:7.9 – 8.2 oz
Core:EPP core with PU padding vs Polypropylene + Foam
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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
$98 range
Charm X – 16mm
$303.00
Harmony V – 16mm
$205.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$98 range
Charm X – 16mm
$303.00
Harmony V – 16mm
$205.00

Weight

WeightDifferent
0.3 oz range
Charm X – 16mm
8.2 oz (232 g)
Harmony V – 16mm
7.9 oz (224 g)

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
Charm X – 16mm
16.5 in (420 mm)
Harmony V – 16mm
15.8 in (402 mm)
WidthDifferent
Charm X – 16mm
7.5 in (190 mm)
Harmony V – 16mm
8.1 in (205 mm)

Materials

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