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Main split: Value-leaning (Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm).
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If you want value, start with Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm (lower listed price).
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Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm
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Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle
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Key differences
- Minimum price: Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm is cheaper by $108.95 ($161.00 vs $269.95)
- Length: Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle is longer by 5mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 16.3 in (414 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Face material: Japanese Toray 700K Raw Carbon vs Textured Carbon Fiber
Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm – 16mm
Price$161
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
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Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
Price$270
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
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These paddles differ in price, dimensions, grip and materials.
Price:$161 – $270
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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
$109 rangeDouble Black Diamond Control - 16mm – 16mm
$161.00
Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
$269.95
Maximum priceDifferent
$200 rangeDouble Black Diamond Control - 16mm – 16mm
$239.95
Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
$439.95
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm – 16mm
16.3 in (414 mm)
Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
Grip
Grip circumferenceDifferent
Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm – 16mm
4.17 in (106 mm)
Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
4.25 in (108 mm)
Materials
Face materialDifferent
Double Black Diamond Control - 16mm – 16mm
Japanese Toray 700K Raw Carbon
Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
Textured Carbon Fiber
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