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Quick verdict
Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (Z5 Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue) vs Soft feel-leaning (Pro Line Energy).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want softer feel, start with Pro Line Energy (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with Z5 Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue (thinner core).
If you want forgiveness, start with Z5 Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue (wider face).
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Key differences
- Weight: Z5 Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue is lighter by 8g (7.9 oz (223 g) vs 8.1 oz (231 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Thickness: Z5 Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue is thinner by 5mm (12 mm vs 17 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Length: Pro Line Energy is longer by 38mm (17 in (432 mm) vs 15.5 in (394 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: Z5 Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue is wider by 28mm (8.1 in (206 mm) vs 7 in (178 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Grip circumference: Z5 Graphite Pickleball Paddle - Blue is smaller by 6mm (4.02 in (102 mm) vs 4.25 in (108 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Core material: Polypropylene Narrow-Cell Honeycomb vs Nomex
- Face material: Kevlar/Carbon vs Graphite
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, 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