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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Evoke Tear Drop Composite Paddle - Black) vs Soft feel-leaning (Evoke Tear Drop Composite Paddle - Black).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Evoke Tear Drop Composite Paddle - Black (lighter weight).
If you want softer feel, start with Evoke Tear Drop Composite Paddle - Black (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with Recruit V4 Pickleball Paddle - Orange (thinner core).
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Key differences
- Weight: Evoke Tear Drop Composite Paddle - Black is lighter by 19g (7.2 oz (204 g) vs 7.9 oz (223 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Thickness: Recruit V4 Pickleball Paddle - Orange is thinner by 3.5mm (10.5 mm vs 14 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Width: Evoke Tear Drop Composite Paddle - Black is wider by 5mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.8 in (198 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
These paddles differ in price, weight, thickness, dimensions and grip.
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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