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Quick verdict
Main split: Value-leaning (SWORD & SHIELD J2K+) vs Spin-friendly (The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle).
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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.
Decision shortcuts
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle (face material or texture).
If you want value, start with SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ (lower listed price).
Best-for highlights
SWORD & SHIELD J2K+
Value-leaning
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle
Spin-friendly
Key differences
- Minimum price: SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ is cheaper by USD 46.00 (USD 246.00 vs USD 292.00)
- Length: SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ is longer by 6mm (16.2 in (412 mm) vs 16 in (406 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle is wider by 5mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.8 in (198 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Core material: PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE vs High-Density Polypropylene Core
- Face material: 100% ARAMID FIBER - DuPont ™ Kevlar® vs T700 Carbon Fiber and Aramid weave
SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
Price$246
Weight8.2 oz
Thickness16 mm
CorePREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
Price$292
Weight8.2 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreHigh-Density Polypropylene Core
These paddles differ in price, dimensions, grip and materials.
Price:$246 – $292
Core:PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE vs High-Density Polypropylene Core
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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
$46 rangeSWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
USD 246.00
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
USD 292.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$46 rangeSWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
USD 246.00
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
USD 292.00
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
16.2 in (412 mm)
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
16 in (406 mm)
WidthDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
7.8 in (198 mm)
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
8 in (203 mm)
Grip
Grip circumferenceDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
4.13 in (105 mm)
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
4.25 in (108 mm)
Materials
Core materialDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
High-Density Polypropylene Core
Face materialDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J2K+ – 16mm
100% ARAMID FIBER - DuPont ™ Kevlar®
The Fat Boy Pickleball Paddle – 16mm
T700 Carbon Fiber and Aramid weave
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