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Quick verdict

Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink) vs Reach-leaning (CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle)).

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Decision shortcuts

If you want forgiveness, start with Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink (wider face).

If you want reach/leverage, start with CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) (longer length or grip).

If you want spin-friendly feel, start with CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) (face material or texture).

Best-for highlights

CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle)
Reach-leaningSpin-friendly
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink
Forgiveness-leaningValue-leaning

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink is cheaper by USD 355.01 (USD 69.99 vs USD 425.00)
  • Length: CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) is longer by 25mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.5 in (394 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink is wider by 19mm (8.1 in (206 mm) vs 7.4 in (187 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
  • Core material: 100% Foam vs Polypropylene
  • Face material: T700 Carbon Fiber vs Composite
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
Price$425
Weight7.9 oz
Thickness14 mm
Core100% Foam
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
Price$70
Weight7.9 oz
Thickness14 mm
CorePolypropylene

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

Price:$70 – $425
Core:100% Foam vs Polypropylene
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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
$355 range
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
USD 425.00
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
USD 69.99
Maximum priceDifferent
$355 range
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
USD 425.00
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
USD 69.99

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
15.5 in (394 mm)
WidthDifferent
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
7.4 in (187 mm)
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
8.1 in (206 mm)

Grip

Grip circumferenceDifferent
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
4.13 in (105 mm)
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
4.25 in (108 mm)

Materials

Core materialDifferent
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
100% Foam
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
Polypropylene
Face materialDifferent
CRBN 1 TruFoam Waves (Elongated, Long Handle) – 14mm
T700 Carbon Fiber
Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Pink – 14mm
Composite
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