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Quick verdict
Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (Vertex Pickleball Paddle - Red) vs Reach-leaning (Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want forgiveness, start with Vertex Pickleball Paddle - Red (wider face).
If you want reach/leverage, start with Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red (longer length or grip).
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Key differences
- Weight: Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red is lighter by 5g (8 oz (227 g) vs 8.2 oz (232 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Length: Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red is longer by 22mm (16.4 in (416 mm) vs 15.5 in (394 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: Vertex Pickleball Paddle - Red is wider by 25mm (8.5 in (216 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Grip circumference: Vertex Pickleball Paddle - Red is smaller by 9mm (4.13 in (105 mm) vs 4.49 in (114 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Core material: Polymer vs Polypropylene
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