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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Evoke Tear Drop Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue) vs Forgiveness-leaning (Evoke Tear Drop Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Evoke Tear Drop Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue (lighter weight).
If you want forgiveness, start with Evoke Tear Drop Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue (wider face).
If you want reach/leverage, start with Alpha Pro - 14 mm (longer length or grip).
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Key differences
- Minimum price: Evoke Tear Drop Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue is cheaper by USD 365.02 (USD 34.98 vs USD 400.00)
- Weight: Evoke Tear Drop Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue is lighter by 29g (7 oz (198 g) vs 8 oz (227 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Length: Alpha Pro - 14 mm is longer by 19mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.7 in (400 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: Evoke Tear Drop Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue is wider by 15mm (8.1 in (206 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Grip circumference: Alpha Pro - 14 mm is smaller by 6mm (4.25 in (108 mm) vs 4.49 in (114 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Core material: DrivePro Polymer Core vs Polymer
- Face material: Raw Carbon Fiber vs Graphite
Tradeoffs
Reach vs fast hands: Longer paddles add reach and leverage; lighter setups tend to feel quicker in hand.
These paddles differ in price, weight, dimensions, grip and materials.
Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
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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